How united states credit cards can be transferred back to china through third party platform corsair orders

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Introduction

With the growing popularity of U.S. credit cards worldwide, many consumers in China use them for shopping in the U.S. However, due to issues such as the cost and timeliness of forwarding items back to China, the final step often cannot be completed smoothly. At this point, third-party forwarding platforms are needed to ship the goods back to China. This article will provide a detailed guide on how to efficiently forward items back to China using third-party platforms like Pirate Ship, including using U.S. credit cards, managing packages, and placing shipping labels.

Why choose a third-party platform for shipping to China?

What is Pirate Ship labeling?

Registering a Pirate Ship account

Pirate Ship labeling tutorial

Conclusion and practical tips

Section 1: Why Choose a Third-Party Platform for Shipping to China?

With the increasing number of international purchases, more U.S. virtual residents are using American services. As the demand for receiving shipments grows, the importance of forwarding items back to China has become more significant. Over time, shipping efficiency and cost have become major concerns for many. The final step of forwarding cross-border goods back to China has also become a common issue. Based on research and feedback from many users, several common problems with cross-border forwarding have been identified that are difficult to overlook.

The pirate ship has a huge discount, the official website is much cheaper.

Renting addresses from unscrupulous landlords with exorbitant forwarding costs: Some have reported spending $200 just to forward a single credit card, which is quite shocking. However, for those using their first U.S. credit card, they may reluctantly accept it, considering the costs already incurred and the lack of understanding regarding cross-border services. This is one of the most common complaints, as the application process for U.S. credit cards is already quite challenging for many. That said, the cost of renting addresses is often not very high. In the U.S., due to high labor costs, many landlords rely on such practices to make a profit.

Extremely poor shipping timeliness: If regular mail services are used, it often takes weeks for the package to arrive, or sometimes it gets lost entirely with no tracking number available.

Uncertainty about how to forward goods and how to do so at a low cost: For packages of the same weight and size, Pirate Ship offers quotes that are about 20-30% of the official prices (USPS or UPS). After generating the shipping label, we send it to the landlord, who then drops the package off at a UPS store.

Is there really such a service? How does it work? Is it complicated? Is it safe?

Section 2: What is Pirate Ship Labeling?

Pirate Ship labeling refers to the service provided by third-party logistics platforms in the U.S. (like Pirate Ship) that assist customers in forwarding goods. Users can create orders on these platforms, pay for shipping, and have their goods sent from the U.S. to their home country. It works similarly to how packages are sent through Cainiao (China’s logistics platform). You enter the sender’s and recipient’s information online, select a courier service, and specify the item’s value and packaging—whether it's large envelopes, various box sizes, etc. Once all details, including the value declaration, are filled in correctly and meet the courier's standards, you can generate and print the shipping label.

Tip: Platforms like Pirate Ship help users save on customs duties and improve shipping efficiency, especially for bulk shipments. These platforms often offer discounts, and frequent use can result in substantial savings.

Section 3: Registering a Pirate Ship Account

Step 1: Visit Pirate Ship’s Website

Open Pirate Ship’s official website (pirateship.com).

Click on the sign-up button and enter your email address and password.

Then, fill in your personal address information, etc.

Figure 1: Pirate Ship Registration Page

Tip: Make sure your email can receive international emails, preferably using a Gmail account, for order confirmations and tracking updates.

Step 2: Account Setup

After registering, go to the account settings page and fill in your personal details, including your name, address, and payment method. Add your credit card information under the payment method to ensure smooth payments for future shipments.

When choosing a courier service, UPS is recommended for the best value. USPS is not advisable—I’ve used it a few times, and now even my landlord avoids it, saying that it has a high rate of lost packages, despite being cheap. For international forwarding, safety and timeliness are the most important factors, so a lower price isn’t always better.

Section 4: Pirate Ship Labeling Tutorial

Step 1: Log in and Select Labeling

After logging into the Pirate Ship platform, go to the Shipping Center page and select the "Labeling" feature. Fill in the following information:

Recipient’s Address: Enter your domestic shipping address.

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Package Information: Enter the package’s weight and dimensions.

Choose based on the size of your item. For me, since it was a document, I chose the UPS Express Envelope.

I have translated the information content filled in above, and you can fill it in directly according to the content, and the tax number is the ID number, and the information filled in can also be saved for direct use next time.

Shipping Method: Select a suitable forwarding option. It is highly recommended to choose a shipping service with tracking. This is particularly important for friends in mainland China, as tracking allows you to know when the package arrives in the country. Without it, the package would feel like a message in a bottle, drifting without updates. Tracking makes it easy to follow the package’s journey.

Step 2: Pay the Shipping Fee and Generate the Label

Once you’ve selected the shipping method, the system will automatically calculate the shipping fee and provide a quote.

It is recommended to use a U.S. credit card for payment.

Using a U.S. credit card to pay for shipping can offer cashback rewards. PayPal also offers cashback incentives.

After a successful payment, the platform will generate a shipping label. You can then send it to your landlord, who may print and attach the label to your package (though some landlords may charge extra for this service or be unwilling to assist).

For forwarding regular mail or documents, once the payment is completed, you can download the PDF label and send it to your landlord.

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Sometimes Invoice Information Needs to Be Provided

Filling out UPS invoice information is typically required in the following situations:

Cross-border shipments: All international shipments (excluding documents with no commercial value) require a commercial or pro forma invoice. This is the primary document used for customs clearance, valuation, and determining applicable duties.

Multiple-package shipments: If the shipment includes multiple packages, three copies of the commercial invoice are required—one original and two copies. The invoice should include the sender and recipient’s details, a description of the goods, quantity, country of origin, unit price, and total price.

Using UPS Paperless Invoice: If you choose to use UPS's paperless invoice service, you can submit the invoice information digitally, eliminating the need for a printed copy. This simplifies the customs clearance process, but it’s essential to ensure the information provided is accurate.

Special requirements: Certain specific products may require additional documentation, such as a Certificate of Origin (CO), depending on the destination country's import regulations. Be sure to verify specific requirements before shipping.

Make sure to provide accurate and detailed information when filling out the invoice to avoid customs delays and potential extra costs.

Download UPS Invoice Template:

The invoice contains 6 sections:

FROM: Sender's address/phone number.

Logistics Information: Shipping number, fill according to your actual situation. You can also enter "Not for sale" if you want to simplify it. The date can be arbitrary.

SHIP TO: Recipient’s address/phone number. For the tax number, use the recipient’s ID number.

SOLD TO INFORMATION: Same as "SHIP TO."

Description of items in the package: "UNITS" is the quantity, "U/M" is the unit of measure, enter "EA" for each item (EA is short for EACH). "C/O" refers to the country of origin, fill in "CN" for China. Then enter the item’s value and the total value.

Total value and weight: Enter the total price.

Step 3: Tracking the status of the logistics

On the Pirate Ship platform, you can check the logistics status at any time. Through the platform provides

Tracking numberhttps://zh-tools.usps.com/go/TrackConfirmAction_input

You can track the package’s shipping status in real-time to ensure it arrives safely in China.

Section 5: Conclusion and Practical Tips

Using a U.S. credit card in combination with third-party platforms (such as Pirate Ship) for shipping goods back to China can effectively save on logistics costs and ensure safe delivery.

The key is to ensure you have correctly registered your account, used the appropriate payment method, selected the right shipping service, and accurately filled out the shipping documents—each step is crucial.

If you find this guide helpful, please share it with your friends to help more people learn how to efficiently ship items back to China!

FAQ

What are the main advantages of the Pirate Ship platform?

Pirate Ship offers low-cost international shipping services and supports various payment methods, with rates being 20-30% of official prices. It helps users easily generate labels and track shipments.