How to get Amazon Prime and why is it necessary?

Today we will talk not only about logistics, but also about the developments that Amazon has introduced to increase the number of users of its platform. Namely, about Amazon Prime and its functions for consumers and entrepreneurs who are engaged in the transportation of goods from other countries to Ukraine and vice versa. As a reminder, Amazon Prime is an internal paid subscription that opens access to many different services. Including logistics.

Amazon Prime is the fastest shipping

Amazon Prime has 3 fastest delivery methods for customers:

1. Free Shipping - you can order if your order is over $49 from certified Amazon sellers. Terms: 7-10 days.
2. Paid. Your purchase will be delivered in 4-5 days, but the seller will determine the cost of delivery. You can speed up the process by paying extra.
3. Amazon Prime is the fastest. In terms of cost, it is more expensive than all of them, but you have the order in 1-2 days.

How does it work?

If you're a Prime subscriber, you can get fast shipping on all products that have a blue icon. Moreover, with a subscription, you will be the first to get access to all discounts from the platform. Discounts are posted daily, so you can buy cosmetics from $2, clothes from $10, electronic devices for $100-$300 in the premium segment.

A few more benefits of Amazon Prime:

• you can get samples for free;
• you can receive a package for your child as a gift from Amazon;
• Amazon Prime has a trial period of 30 days, you can sign up for free
• Amazon Prime offers more discounts if you are an Amazon Mom, Amazon Student subscriber.

How to sign up for Amazon Prime

4 simple steps and you are the owner of Amazon Prime:

1. Follow the link to Amazon's main page
2. Click on the big Start your 30-day Prime free trial button
3. Choose the card with which you plan to pay for purchases
4. Confirm your address for account verification

You are now an Amazon Prime owner. You can use all its functions for 30 days. An important point — do not be alarmed if 40 hryvnias or 1 dollar are withdrawn from your card. In this way, the platform checks whether your card is real and whether transactions can be made through it.

Delivery to Amazon warehouse in the USA

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How to get cheaper than the platform offers ($99 per year): TOP 3 ways

1. Amazon Household - join the program with someone from your family or friends, and pay in half 50 for 50. The main thing is not to offer such a barter to anyone, because the person with whom you will register a joint subscription will have all your card data.
2. Sometimes Amazon holds promotions when you see an offer from the platform — buy a subscription for $20-$35.
3. Choose a monthly subscription — $10 and the subscription is yours. How and who will deliver the goods to the Amazon warehouse?
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Take advantage of Amazon Prime to get the most out of shopping on the international platform. Additionally, the first month of use is completely free.

Important tip! If after a month of using Amazon Prime you do not wish to continue, simply cancel the subscription.

Who and How will Deliver the Goods to Amazon's Warehouse?

DiFFreight will deliver your goods from China and other countries to various destinations worldwide, including Amazon warehouses. This includes delivery to Amazon FBA, in the US or Europe. We handle all logistics operations, from collecting goods from different suppliers to delivering them to the Amazon warehouse.

The standard delivery to Amazon in the USA or Europe follows these steps:

1. Cargo Consolidation. If you order products from different sellers, we gather all of them at our warehouse. This way, the goods will be shipped as one consolidated cargo, allowing you to save on delivery costs.
2. Customs Clearance. Our managers handle all the necessary customs procedures both in the country of origin and the destination country. They prepare the documents, pay duties, and take care of other formalities.
3. Choosing a Shipping Method. Amazon offers a selection of shipping options by sea, air, or rail. We always choose the most suitable shipping method based on the cargo's characteristics, as well as the client’s preferences regarding timeframes and budget.
4. Delivery to Amazon Warehouse. Once the cargo arrives at the destination port, we deliver it to the Amazon warehouse in compliance with the platform’s requirements.

If you require delivery to an Amazon warehouse in Europe and want to optimize all logistical processes, saving time and money, DiFFreight Company can assist you. We handle all organizational matters, allowing you to focus on growing your business.