The gopora Journal · Edition FAQ
Everything you'd ask over the counter, answered in writing.
Shipping, duties, returns, payments — the fine print, translated into plain words. And if it's not here, a human is one tap away.
Shipping & delivery
8 questionsHow long does international delivery take?
Standard delivery: 3–7 business days within the US, UK and EU; 6–14 days for the rest of the world. Express options arrive in 2–5 days almost anywhere.
Every listing shows a delivery estimate for your exact country before you buy — no surprises after checkout.
Where do you ship?
We deliver to 190+ countries and territories — the full picture, region by region.
| Region | Destinations | Standard delivery | Duties & import taxes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Americas | 35 | 5–12 days | Collected at checkout on flagship routes (US, CA, MX, BR) — otherwise due at delivery |
| Europe | 44 | 3–7 days | Collected at checkout across the EU, UK & EEA — the price you see is the final price |
| Asia-Pacific | 40 | 6–14 days | Collected at checkout where possible — otherwise due at delivery |
| Middle East & Africa | 73 | 8–20 days | Due at delivery for most destinations — estimated at checkout where we can |
| Total | 190+ | ||
A handful of destinations are restricted by sanctions and export controls.
Can I collect my order instead of having it shipped?
Yes — Pickup point is a delivery option at checkout for orders shipping to the US, UK, Japan, Germany, France, Portugal and the Netherlands. Choose a point near you, and your receipt carries a 6-character collection code.
Pickup orders show Ready for pickup in tracking instead of a delivery estimate — bring your code and a matching ID to the counter and the order is yours.
Will I get a tracking number?
Yes — every shipment is tracked, no exceptions. The number arrives by email the moment your seller dispatches, and you can follow the parcel any time from the Orders page.
Can I send different items to different addresses?
Absolutely. At checkout choose “Ship to multiple addresses” and assign each item its own destination — perfect for gifts. Each address gets its own shipment, tracking number and delivery estimate.
What if my parcel is late?
If a shipment misses its promised window, we'll reimburse or re-ship — your choice — and your gopora Buyer Promise window extends automatically. Just open a case from the Orders page.
How does the two-stage journey work?
Every cross-border parcel travels in two stages:
- Stage 1 — seller to Hub: your seller ships to the nearest gopora Global Hub (Frankfurt, Tokyo, …).
- Stage 2 — Hub to you: we handle consolidation, export clearance, the international leg, import customs and last-mile delivery.
The moment your parcel is scanned at the Hub, responsibility transfers to gopora — from that scan onward, we guarantee it. See a live journey →
How fast is each shipping track?
Every listing offers two tracks — gopora Fulfilled ships from a warehouse near you; Standard travels via the Global Hub.
Estimates for the 40 flagship destinations:
| Destination | gopora Fulfilled | Standard (via Hub) |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 1–3 days | 2–4 days |
| Canada | 2–4 days | 4–8 days |
| Mexico | 3–5 days | 6–10 days |
| Brazil | 3–5 days | 7–12 days |
| Chile | 3–5 days | 8–14 days |
| Argentina | 3–5 days | 9–15 days |
| United Kingdom | 2–3 days | 4–7 days |
| Germany | 1–2 days | 3–5 days |
| France | 1–2 days | 3–6 days |
| Spain | 2–3 days | 4–7 days |
| Netherlands | 1–2 days | 3–5 days |
| Poland | 2–3 days | 4–7 days |
| Italy | 1–2 days | 3–5 days |
| Belgium | 1–2 days | 3–5 days |
| Sweden | 2–3 days | 4–7 days |
| Denmark | 2–3 days | 4–7 days |
| Ireland | 2–3 days | 4–7 days |
| Austria | 1–2 days | 3–5 days |
| Switzerland | 2–3 days | 4–7 days |
| Norway | 2–3 days | 5–8 days |
| Finland | 2–3 days | 5–8 days |
| Portugal | 2–3 days | 4–7 days |
| Greece | 2–3 days | 5–8 days |
| Czech Republic | 2–3 days | 4–7 days |
| Hungary | 2–4 days | 4–7 days |
| Romania | 2–4 days | 5–8 days |
| Australia | 3–5 days | 7–12 days |
| Japan | 2–4 days | 6–10 days |
| Singapore | 2–3 days | 5–8 days |
| New Zealand | 3–5 days | 8–14 days |
| South Korea | 2–4 days | 6–10 days |
| Malaysia | 2–4 days | 6–10 days |
| Thailand | 2–4 days | 6–12 days |
| Vietnam | 2–4 days | 7–12 days |
| Philippines | 2–4 days | 7–12 days |
| Indonesia | 2–4 days | 7–12 days |
| India | 2–4 days | 7–12 days |
| United Arab Emirates | 3–5 days | 6–10 days |
| Saudi Arabia | 3–5 days | 6–10 days |
| South Africa | 3–5 days | 9–15 days |
Whichever track you pick, every parcel is tracked end-to-end — no exceptions.
Duties & taxes
4 questionsWill I pay customs fees?
It depends on the destination — and the checkout shows you before you pay:
- US — duty-free under $800 (de minimis).
- UK & EU — VAT is collected at checkout, nothing due at your door.
- Other countries — an estimate is shown; some fees may be due at delivery.
What does DDP mean?
Delivered Duty Paid: the seller prepays import duties and taxes, so customs releases the parcel without asking you for a cent. Look for the “Duties included” note in checkout.
Can I get a refund on import fees?
If an order is returned or refunded, import fees paid at checkout are refunded automatically within 3–5 business days — no forms, no chasing.
Where do I see exactly what I paid for duty?
Three places, one number:
- Checkout — a category-aware estimate before you pay (electronics 0%, leather goods 5%, home & kitchen 3%, fashion 8%, plus VAT where it applies).
- The tracking page — a Duty paid (DDP) node shows the exact amount customs billed, matched against your estimate.
- Your receipt — the final line item on every order.
DDP means you've already paid — customs releases the parcel without asking for a cent more.
Returns & refunds
5 questionsWhat is the return policy?
Every order is covered by the gopora Buyer Promise. Not as described, damaged or lost? You're covered for 90 days with a full refund including shipping. Changed your mind? Return within 30 days — your first return on any order ships free.
What if my item isn't as described?
Report it from your Orders page within 90 days of delivery — you're owed a full refund, including shipping. Here's how a claim plays out:
- We ask the seller to respond within 48 hours.
- No fair answer? gopora steps in and issues your refund automatically.
- Refunds are paid straight from the escrowed seller funds gopora holds until your order is confirmed delivered — no waiting on the seller's goodwill.
How do returns work internationally?
We'll issue a prepaid label to a local drop-off point — no cross-border post-office gymnastics. Refunds start the moment the return is scanned.
How long until I see my refund?
Refunds land back on your original payment method within 3–5 business days after the return is scanned. Klarna and PayPal may take a little longer on their side.
What is the full refund timeline?
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Return request + prepaid label | Instantly, from your Orders page |
| Parcel arrives at the local Return Center | 1–3 days after drop-off |
| Quality check | 2–4 days |
| Refund issued (from escrow, original payment method) | Same day the check passes |
| Card refund visible on your statement | 3–15 business days (card network) |
| PayPal / Apple Pay | Instant to 5 days |
| Klarna installments | 5–10 days (plan updated by Klarna) |
Returns never travel back to the seller — they end at a gopora Return Center in your country, which is why the timeline above is this fast.
Payments & pricing
4 questionsWhich payment methods do you accept?
Cards — Visa, Mastercard, Amex and UnionPay everywhere, plus JCB, Discover, Diners Club and Carte Bancaire (France) where they're local — along with PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Venmo (US), buy-now-pay-later (Klarna, Affirm, Afterpay, Clearpay, Atome), bank transfers, local cash methods, and your gopora balance and points. Card processing is handled by Stripe, fully PCI-DSS compliant.
Who processes my card payment — does gopora see my card number?
Your card details go straight to Stripe, our payment processor, encrypted end to end. gopora never sees or stores your card number — and every card payment passes 3-D Secure (3DS2) verification in your own banking app.
When am I charged?
At the moment you place the order — never before. Sellers are paid only after your parcel is scanned as delivered, which keeps everyone honest.
Why does the price change when I switch currency?
Prices in your chosen currency convert at live mid-market rates, refreshed daily. The checkout always shows the exact amount you'll pay before you confirm.
Selling on gopora
4 questionsHow do I open a shop?
Apply in minutes from the Sell on gopora page. You'll need an ID, a bank account for payouts, and at least one product. Most shops are approved within 48 hours.
What does it cost?
New sellers pay 0% fees for the first 90 days. After that it's 6.5% per sale — and that includes payment processing. No listing fees, no monthly fees, no surprises.
How do payouts work?
Payouts release to your bank 2 days after each delivery is confirmed, converted to your local currency at mid-market rates.
How is my shop protected?
Seller Protection covers items lost or damaged in transit and chargebacks on orders that scan as delivered — so you keep what you earned.