Can I ship internationally if I'm using print on demand, and what are the costs?

Yes, and this is one of the huge advantages of working with large fulfillment partners. They have localized global shipping rates that are competitive, not prohibitively expensive. While shipping across the United States might cost around $20, shipping the same item internationally might only cost around $34 - not quite domestic ground rates, but close enough that international customers will complete their purchases. You’ll see buyers from Spain, Japan, and other countries you never expected. Many artists discover international customers they had no idea were following them. If you’re doing self-fulfillment, you often can’t offer international shipping at all, literally telling potential customers ‘I will not sell to you’ - you’re turning away $3,000 orders. You need to give yourself the widest possible market opportunity, and global shipping matters enormously.

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Asked by general audience · Answered by Nick Friend and Patrick Shanahan · art-marketing-podcast · 2022-02-27