Step-by-Step Guide: Your First Package Forwarding Order (2026)

Step-by-Step Guide: Your First Package Forwarding Order (2026)

Never used a package forwarder before? It's genuinely simple. Follow these six easy steps to get your first package from Germany to your door.

Key Takeaways

• Getting your German address is free and takes about a minute.
• Always include your suite/unit number at checkout.
• Consolidation is optional but saves money on multi-store orders.

Step 1: Get Your Free German Address

Sign up at Panah Forwarder — it's free and takes about a minute. Your new German address appears in your dashboard immediately and looks like a normal German street address.

Step 2: Shop Online

Go to any German site (Amazon.de, Zalando, dm and more), add items to your cart, and enter your German address in the "Shipping Address" field — including your suite number.

Step 3: Wait for Our Email

The store ships to our warehouse. When it arrives we scan it and email you; you'll see the package in your dashboard with its weight and size.

Step 4: Request Consolidation (Optional)

Bought from several stores? Wait for everything to arrive, then request consolidation and we'll pack it all into one box to save on shipping.

Step 5: Choose & Pay

Select your shipping method (express or economy), pay the fee by card or PayPal, and we'll process your package and provide a tracking number. Want an estimate first? Use our rate calculator.

Step 6: Track & Receive

Follow your tracking number as your package travels, and receive it at your door. That's it — you're now an international shopper!

A Quick Tip for Success

Always include your suite number when you shop — it lets us match the package to your account the moment it arrives. New to the concept? Read our complete guide to package forwarding.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I place my first package forwarding order?

Register for a free German address, shop using it, wait for us to receive it, optionally consolidate, choose shipping and pay, then track it to your door.

Is signing up really free?

Yes — registering and getting your address is free and takes about a minute. You only pay for the shipping you use.

What is a suite number and why does it matter?

It's part of your unique German address; including it at checkout lets us match the package to your account instantly.

Do I have to consolidate my orders?

No, it's optional — but consolidating multi-store orders into one box saves significantly on shipping.

How do I pay for shipping?

After choosing a method, pay by card or PayPal; we then process your package and provide a tracking number.