Your 2025 Cross-Border Shopping & Shipping Guide with Buy&Ship
If you’re planning a holiday or shopping online from Thailand, Australia, or Taiwan, you’re in for a treat. These three countries are treasure troves of affordable, high-quality, and culturally unique products—ranging from beauty and wellness goods to local snacks, design gifts, and even eco-friendly brands. Best part? With Buy&Ship Singapore, you can ship these items home easily, or shop from their local e-commerce platforms and have them delivered to your doorstep.
In this 2025 edition, we’ve curated the best items to buy from each country, perfect as souvenirs, gifts, or personal indulgences.
🇹🇭 What to Buy from Thailand
1. Skincare & Spa Products
- Must-buy brands: Oriental Princess, THANN, HARNN, Sabai Arom
- Why Singaporeans love them: Affordable, organic, and infused with local Thai botanicals
- Where to buy: Shopee Thailand, Central.co.th, Lazada Thailand
2. Snacks & Instant Noodles
- Fan favourites: Mama Tom Yum, Tao Kae Noi seaweed, Lay’s Thai flavours
- Pro tip: Try their limited-edition spicy or seafood versions
3. Thai Herbal Balms & Oils
- Best picks: Siang Pure Oil, Green Herb Balm, Namman Muay
- Perfect for: Active lifestyles, stress relief, and traditional wellness fans
4. Handcrafted Home Decor & Ceramics
- Look for: Elephant-themed ceramics, wood carvings, and handmade rattan goods
- Where to shop: Chatuchak Online, Thaitrade
Buy&Ship Tip: Use our Thailand warehouse for local delivery and consolidate your shopping for lower shipping rates.
🇦🇺 What to Buy from Australia
1. Health Supplements & Skincare
- Hot brands: Swisse, Blackmores, Jurlique, Goat Soap Australia
- Why buy from AU: Significantly cheaper compared to Singapore retail prices
2. Eco-Friendly Home & Wellness Goods
- Trending brands: Koala Eco, Thankyou, Bondi Wash
- Ideal for: Sustainable gifting, allergy-free households
3. Fashion & Accessories
- Local brands to love: Country Road, Spell Byron Bay, The Daily Edited
- Great for: Minimalist style with a coastal chic twist
4. Tim Tam & Aussie Snacks
- Yes, even Tim Tams are better from the source! Try: Salted Caramel, Double Choc, and Dark Mint
- Other options: Vegemite (if you’re brave), Pods, and Shapes crackers
Buy&Ship Tip: Use the Australia warehouse address, and don’t forget to check for seasonal sales on major sites like Chemist Warehouse, The Iconic, and Woolworths.
🇹🇼 What to Buy from Taiwan
1. Pineapple Cakes & Local Snacks
- Brands to try: Chia Te, SunnyHills, Vigor Kobo
- Also delicious: Nougat, Sun Cakes, and Yuki & Love Mochi
2. Stationery & Lifestyle Brands
- Taiwan is famous for: Tools to Liveby, Midori, Kinbor, and quirky planners
- Where to find: PChome, Pinkoi, Books.com.tw
3. Local Designer Goods & Indie Fashion
- Popular finds: Handcrafted bags, leather goods, minimalist apparel
- Brands to check: Plain-me, 91App brands, Doughnut Bags
4. Taiwanese Tea & Brewing Sets
- Premium tea types: Dong Ding Oolong, Sun Moon Lake Red Tea, Alishan High Mountain Tea
- Extras: Tea canisters, ceramic cups, and infusers
Buy&Ship Tip: Taiwan e-commerce may require a local mobile number. If needed, you can use Buy&Ship’s proxy shopping service for assistance.
🛒 How to Shop from These Countries to Singapore with Buy&Ship
- Sign up at Buy&Ship Singapore
- Get access to 11 warehouse addresses including Thailand, Australia, and Taiwan
- Shop directly from local online stores and send your order to your assigned warehouse
- Consolidate multiple packages into one to save on international shipping
- Track in real-time via the Buy&Ship app
- Receive at your doorstep in Singapore
📦 Shipping starts from S$9/lb, and all parcels are covered with free loss/damage insurance. Want even more protection? Opt for Buy&Ship Plus for upgraded coverage and overseas return services.
🎁 Why Buy&Ship for Souvenir & Gift Shopping?
- ✈️ Access products not available in SG
- 💰 Enjoy lower local prices
- 📦 Free consolidation from multiple shops
- 📲 Real-time tracking & notifications via app and email
- 🧾 Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
Whether you’re stocking up on herbal balms from Thailand, skincare from Australia, or specialty teas from Taiwan, Buy&Ship makes cross-border shopping easy and affordable. With 11 global warehouses, real-time tracking, free consolidation, and shipping fees starting from just S$9/lb, you can enjoy seamless international delivery without the high markup of local resellers.
🧳 Ready to bring home unique products from abroad?
📦 Sign up for a Buy&Ship account today and start shipping your favourite finds to Singapore — the smarter way.