Korean products—whether K-beauty skincare, K-pop albums, fashion, or electronics—are in high demand among Australians. But many Korean stores don’t offer international shipping, and even when they do, prices are inflated and payment methods are limited. That’s why proxy shopping services have become essential for Aussie shoppers.
To help first-time buyers (and even experienced ones), we’ve put together the most frequently asked questions about Korean proxy shopping to Australia, with expert-backed answers and practical tips.
1. What Is Korean Proxy Shopping?
Proxy shopping means having a local service in Korea buy items on your behalf. Instead of struggling with blocked foreign payments or no shipping options, a proxy like Buy&Ship makes the purchase locally and forwards it to you in Australia.
2. Why Should I Use a Proxy Instead of Buying from Resellers?
- Lower Costs – Korean retail prices are often 30–40% cheaper than reseller markups in Australia.
- Authenticity – Proxy shopping ensures your items come from official Korean websites or stores.
- More Choice – Access exclusive drops, limited editions, and products not available outside Korea.
3. How Does Buy&Ship’s Proxy Service Work?
- Find your product on sites like Musinsa, Gmarket, Olive Young, or Weverse.
- Paste the link into Buy&Ship’s Proxy Shopping form.
- Receive an AUD quote covering product cost, proxy fee (from 6%), and domestic Korean delivery.
- Buy&Ship purchases the item locally.
- It ships to Buy&Ship’s Korea warehouse, then forwards via Hong Kong.
- You’re notified of weight and can consolidate with other orders.
- International shipping to Australia begins at AUD 28 for the first 2 lb, plus AUD 12 for each additional lb.
4. What Items Can I Buy from Korea Using Proxy Shopping?
- ✅ Allowed: Clothing, shoes, K-beauty, K-pop albums, toys, stationery, pet goods.
- ❌ Restricted: Honey, prescription medicine, perishable foods, aerosols.
- ⚠️ Always check the Buy&Ship AU restriction list before ordering.
5. Is It Safe to Import Korean Food and Skincare?
Yes, but with conditions:
- Food: Packaged dry snacks (like ramen or chips) are fine. Fresh, raw, or honey-based products are banned.
- Skincare: Most cosmetics ship safely, but aerosols (hairsprays, perfumes) are restricted.
All products are screened before international delivery for compliance.
6. How Long Does Delivery Take?
- Korea to Warehouse: 2–3 days.
- Korea → Hong Kong → Australia: 5–7 business days.
- Total Timeline: Around 1–2 weeks.
This can vary during sales seasons or customs inspections.
7. How Much Does It Cost?
- International shipping begins at AUD 28 for the first 2 lb, plus AUD 12 for every extra lb.
- Proxy fee starts from 6% of the product cost.
- By consolidating multiple parcels, Aussies save significantly compared to separate shipping.
8. What About Customs and Duties?
- GST-free: Orders under AUD 1,000 generally pass without extra tax.
- Over AUD 1,000: Australian Border Force may apply GST and duties.
- Buy&Ship provides parcel weight and value details upfront, so you can manage your order size.
9. Can I Track My Parcels?
Yes. With Buy&Ship, tracking is end-to-end:
- From the Korean warehouse.
- Through the Hong Kong hub.
- All the way to your Australian doorstep.
10. Why Choose Buy&Ship Over Other Proxy Services?
- Expertise in Korea-Australia shipping – Specialised in handling Korean shopping requests.
- Transparent AUD Billing – No hidden currency exchange fees.
- Consolidation Savings – Combine multiple purchases into one affordable shipment.
- Trustworthiness – Thousands of Aussie customers rely on Buy&Ship for K-beauty, fashion, and K-pop goods.
Proxy shopping unlocks a world of Korean products that Australians would otherwise miss out on. From Gentle Monster eyewear to Musinsa streetwear, BTS albums, and K-beauty bestsellers, proxy services ensure authenticity, affordability, and access.
With Buy&Ship’s trusted proxy shopping service, you can shop Korean websites directly, enjoy transparent pricing in AUD, and have your parcels delivered to Australia without the stress of customs confusion or reseller markups.
So whether you’re a first-time buyer or an experienced shopper looking to save, Buy&Ship offers the most reliable way to shop Korea from Australia.