If you're ordering from multiple Korean stores, shipping each package individually is expensive. Package consolidation — combining multiple packages into a single shipment — is one of the most effective ways to reduce your overall cost.
Why Consolidation Saves Money
International shipping fees are calculated based on weight, but the base rate (minimum charge) per shipment is often significant. By combining five packages into one, you pay that base rate once instead of five times.
Additionally, consolidation allows you to optimize the packaging to reduce volumetric weight, which is often the key cost driver for lightweight but bulky items.
Example Savings
Say you have 5 packages, each 0.5 kg, shipping to the US via DHL: - Individually: 5 × ~$28 = $140 total - Consolidated into one 2.5 kg box: ~$45 total - Savings: ~$95 (68%)
How to Request Consolidation on SchnellKorea
1. Wait for all your packages to arrive at the warehouse (you'll receive notifications) 2. Go to Forwarding > New Request 3. Select all packages you want combined 4. Choose the "Consolidate" option 5. Select your carrier and destination 6. Confirm and pay
Tips for Effective Consolidation
- Group packages by destination and timeline
- Remove unnecessary original packaging (retail boxes) to reduce volumetric weight — request this as an add-on
- Check the weight and dimensions after consolidation before confirming
- Consider partial consolidation if some items are time-sensitive
Consolidation is available for free with all SchnellKorea accounts. The only charge is the international shipping fee for the combined package.