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Buying globally
![]() eBay is a worldwide marketplace that connects you with sellers around the globe. The Global Buying Hub lets you shop for products from sellers worldwide who will ship to your location. After you sign in, you specify your country and the language you want to use. When you search for an item, listings are shown in the currency and time-zone for the country you specify. Using the Global Buying HubTo use the Global Buying Hub:
Language and communication with sellersYour shopping experience will reflect the language preference you select. If you want to change the language you're using, find the language drop-down menu in the top-right corner of the page and select the language you prefer. The listing description and title will remain in the language of the seller. When communicating with the seller, remember that some phrases and terms are understood differently in different languages. If you don't speak the same language as the seller, you might want to use translation software to translate key phrases. Some free translation services are available on the Internet, but many aren't 100% accurate, and eBay cannot guarantee their services. If you use such a service, provide simple, grammatically correct phrases to maximise the chance that the translation will be understandable. The close time for all listings will be in the time zone for the country you've selected. CurrencyIn your search results, prices are shown in local currency. Click the item you are interested in to see more details, including the current bid both in local currency and in the currency from where it is shipped. You can also use this currency converter. Postage and customs informationThe cost of postage to your location is usually listed in the item description. If you find that postage costs are not shown, you’ll need to contact the seller to find out the postage costs. Buyers and sellers are responsible for meeting any customs and documentation requirements for postage to a country or region. Managing riskYou can minimise your trading risk by following these suggestions:
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