DesertCart Cyprus — and the Smarter Local Alternative
Trying to order from Amazon US, Walmart, eBay or UK retailers but they won't ship to Cyprus? Here's how DesertCart works — and why Shoham's parcel forwarding is usually faster, cheaper, and more transparent for Cyprus shoppers.
What is DesertCart?
DesertCart is an international shopping concierge service founded in 2014 that lets people in countries like Cyprus order products from US, UK and worldwide retailers — Amazon, eBay, Walmart, Target, Costco, and thousands more — even when those stores don't ship directly to Cyprus.
You browse the product on DesertCart.cy, pay a single price that bundles the item cost, international shipping and import fees, and DesertCart buys it on your behalf and ships it to your Cyprus address. Delivery typically takes 7-14 working days.
It's a useful service for one-off small purchases. But for anyone shopping abroad regularly, ordering multiple items, or buying anything bulky or commercial, there are better local options.
DesertCart vs Shoham — Honest Comparison
| DesertCart | Shoham (us) | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | One-off small orders | Multiple orders, large/bulky items, commercial |
| Delivery time | 7-14 working days | 5-7 working days (air), 2-3 weeks (sea) |
| Price transparency | Bundled single price | Itemised — see exactly what you pay for |
| Consolidation | Limited | Unlimited — save 60%+ on multi-item orders |
| Customs clearance | Done automatically (you trust the bundled fee) | In-house brokerage, full receipts, no hidden fees |
| Personal contact | App / email support | Personal account manager, phone, WhatsApp |
| Years in Cyprus | ~10 years | Since 1946 — 80 years |
How Shoham Parcel Forwarding Works
1. Register
Get free UK, US or Germany warehouse addresses
2. Shop
Order from any online store using our address
3. We Ship
We consolidate & ship to Cyprus via air or sea
4. We Deliver
Door-to-door anywhere in Cyprus, customs handled
When Should You Use Shoham Instead of DesertCart?
- You buy from international stores more than 2-3 times per year
- Your order contains multiple items you can consolidate for shipping
- Item is bulky, heavy, or has high declared value
- You're shopping for a business (commercial customs clearance)
- You want to see exactly what shipping and customs cost (no bundled fee)
- You need delivery to a remote address in Cyprus, not just Limassol/Nicosia
- You're importing electronics, vehicles, or restricted goods
- You'd rather call someone in Cyprus when there's an issue
What You Can Buy
eBay
Auctions, collectibles, parts, secondhand
Walmart, Target
US-only retailers Cyprus shoppers love
UK High Street
Argos, Currys, John Lewis, Boots, Marks & Spencer
Specialist Stores
Auto parts, hobby supplies, professional tools
Business Imports
Bulk inventory, B2B suppliers, equipment
Frequently Asked Questions
DesertCart is an international shopping service that lets Cyprus residents order products from US, UK and global retailers (Amazon, Walmart, eBay, etc.) that don't ship directly to Cyprus. They buy items on your behalf and ship them to your Cyprus address, handling customs clearance.
DesertCart is great for small one-off purchases. Shoham is the better choice when you need: (1) larger or commercial shipments, (2) better consolidation rates for multiple parcels, (3) a personal account manager, (4) door-to-door delivery anywhere in Cyprus including hard-to-reach locations, and (5) transparent customs duty handled by our in-house customs brokerage since 1946.
Yes. Through our parcel forwarding service we provide you with UK, US, or Germany warehouse addresses so you can order directly from Amazon UK, Amazon US or Amazon DE. Your parcels arrive at our warehouse, we consolidate them to save you money, and forward to Cyprus with all customs handled.
DesertCart bundles product price + shipping + import fees into one upfront price. This can be convenient but is usually 20-40% more expensive than ordering directly via a forwarding service like Shoham's, especially for bulkier or multi-item orders.
DesertCart typically delivers to Cyprus in 7-14 working days. Shoham's air freight option from UK/US warehouses delivers in 5-7 working days, and we offer same-week express for urgent shipments.
Yes, DesertCart is a legitimate service operating globally since 2014. However Cyprus customers often save money and get faster delivery using local services like Shoham for larger orders, business purchases, or when consolidating multiple online orders.
Ready to shop globally and ship to Cyprus?
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