Shopping On Amazon: A Guide For Bahrain Residents

Amazon does deliver to Bahrain, but only certain products are eligible for delivery due to legal and safety reasons. The cost of shipping depends on the number of products, their type, weight, and size. Delivery time depends on the courier company and the chosen shipping service. Amazon typically takes 1 to 7 business days to ship products from the US, and third-party sellers can take up to 21 days. There are alternative options for shopping internationally, such as Ubuy, which offers a wide range of products and deals.

How to pay for Amazon orders in Bahrain

Amazon frequently ships products internationally, but sometimes they don't, depending on the item. Here are two ways to pay for Amazon orders in Bahrain:

Option 1: Buy Directly from Amazon

• Go to Amazon’s International Shopping Portal: The Amazon store has an international section that only displays items available to ship internationally. You can browse this catalog to look for the products you want to buy.
• Create an account and set up your 1-Click Bahrain Address: Log in or create an account, then set up a “1-Click address” for Bahrain. Go to “Account & Lists” >> “Account”. Under the “Ordering and shopping preferences” list, go to “1-Click settings” and manage your addresses. After inputting your Bahrain address, Amazon will only display items that can be shipped to your country.

Option 2: Shop on Amazon USA/UK Using a Shipping Forwarder

This option tends to be more expensive but makes buying from Amazon in a different country possible. It enables you to buy any product that Amazon won’t ship directly to Bahrain. Package forwarders provide a US/UK address so that you can ship any product to the forwarder and then have them ship it to your Bahrain address.

• Sign Up For an International Shipping Forwarder: For Bahrain customers, MyUS.com is recommended. Signing up is easy, and you’ll be able to see how much your shipment will cost before shipping anything to Bahrain.
• Shop on Amazon USA or UK: Once you’ve set up your US/UK shipping address, you can shop on Amazon USA or Amazon UK and get your purchase shipped to Bahrain. Just visit the Amazon website, use your MyUS address, and place your order.

Payment Methods

Ubuy, an international shopping platform, accepts payments from a variety of valid sources, including Paypal, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and bank transfers.

Shipping costs and times for Amazon deliveries in Bahrain

Amazon does deliver to Bahrain, but only certain items. Many clothing and home decor items are available, but for more valuable products like cameras and electronics, you may see the message "This item cannot be shipped to your selected delivery location".

Amazon's shipping fee to Bahrain depends on the items being purchased, the quantity, the weight, and how quickly you want to receive them. There is no flat rate for shipping to Bahrain, and the cost will be calculated at checkout.

If you live in the US, Amazon will typically take 1 to 7 business days to get your products shipped. If it's from third-party sellers, there would be around 1 to 21 days to get your products delivered.

Amazon Global is Amazon's international shipping service, and it works with international couriers like UPS, DHL, and FedEx. Local couriers in Bahrain generally handle the final leg of the shipment.

If you want to avoid Amazon's international shipping service, you can use a package forwarder. A package forwarder will accept your package in the United States and forward it to your address in Bahrain. One such forwarder is Planet Express, which has a tax-free warehouse in Oregon, offers package consolidation, and has extremely cheap storage for your packages.

Overall, shipping Amazon items to Bahrain is possible, but it may require some extra steps, depending on the item you want to purchase.

Amazon alternatives in Bahrain

Amazon does deliver to Bahrain, but only selected products are eligible for delivery due to legal and safety reasons. If you're looking for an alternative to Amazon in Bahrain, there are several online shopping platforms to choose from:

• Ubuy is an international shopping platform that offers a wide range of products, including electronics, jewellery, sports equipment, home improvement tools, and more. Ubuy provides transparent shipping costs and has partnered with reliable shipping companies to ensure fast delivery.
• Lulu Hypermarket is one of the largest hypermarket chains in the region, offering a variety of products such as groceries, household appliances, clothing, and accessories. You can shop online and have your order delivered to your doorstep.
• Carrefour Bahrain is another large supermarket and hypermarket chain with branches across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. It offers a wide range of products, including groceries, health and beauty items, and household goods.
• Namshi is the biggest online shoe shopping website in the Middle East, offering over 700 brands, including international ones. In addition to footwear, they also sell bags, clothes, accessories, and beauty products.
• Nasser Pharmacy is a Bahrain-based pharmacy chain offering medicine, health products, beauty products, baby care items, and magazines.
• Ounass is a Dubai-based luxury e-commerce site offering over 600 luxury brands in fashion, beauty, lifestyle, and homeware. They deliver to Bahrain and other neighbouring countries.
• Our Shopee is a fast-growing online shopping website operating in several countries in the Middle East, including Bahrain. They offer a wide range of products, including groceries, electronics, clothing, and shoes.
• Sharaf DG is a popular retailer in the Gulf region, known for its variety of electronic gadgets and home appliances. They offer online shopping and have stores across the Middle East.
• Bahrain Greetings is an online platform that allows you to send gifts, such as flowers, cakes, balloons, and other items, to your loved ones anywhere in Bahrain. You can place an order from anywhere in the world.
• Homiez is an e-commerce platform offering grocery products, food, catering services, flowers, confectionery, and essential services such as cleaning and laundry.
• WafiApps is a popular online shopping website in Bahrain, offering a wide range of products, including groceries, electronics, beauty products, toys, clothing, and more.

Amazon's product eligibility for delivery to Bahrain

Amazon delivers to Bahrain through its AmazonGlobal service. However, not all products are eligible for international shipping to the country.

To check if a product can be delivered to Bahrain, follow these steps:

• Access Amazon.com
• Change your delivery address to Bahrain
• Select a product in the category of products that are eligible for international shipping or search for a specific product
• Check if the product is eligible for shipping to Bahrain by looking for the "Deliver to Bahrain" wording in the price panel.

Product eligibility for international shipping depends on various factors, including marketplace seller restrictions, weight restrictions, and local customs import regulations.

In addition, some products may be prohibited or restricted from shipping to Bahrain due to legal and safety reasons. It is recommended to check with the local customs office or consult Bahrain customs import restrictions for detailed information on prohibited or restricted items.

Amazon's delivery partners in Bahrain

Amazon's delivery time to Bahrain depends on the shipping speed, the number of products ordered, the types of items, the weight of the package, and the size of the product. Typically, Amazon takes 1 to 7 business days to ship products if you live in the US, and 1 to 21 days if the order is from third-party sellers.

Ubuy, an international shopping platform, also offers delivery to Bahrain. They have partnered with reliable shipping companies, including DHL, FedEx, Aramex, and OrangeDS, to provide timely and affordable delivery of products to Bahrain. Ubuy has seven stores globally, ensuring a seamless global shopping experience.

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