You found the perfect product on Taobao—but then comes the big question: can it even ship to the Philippines?

Yes, Taobao can ship to the Philippines, but not all sellers support direct international shipping. You’ll often need a third-party forwarder or sourcing agent to complete the delivery.

Does Taobao Ship to the Philippines?

It can be frustrating to find the right product but hit a wall at checkout. Luckily, there are reliable workarounds. Let me show you how I’ve been solving this for my clients over the years.

Can I Buy from Taobao and Ship Directly to the Philippines?

You find a great deal on Taobao, but then you see a wall of Chinese text, and there’s no “Philippines” in the shipping address dropdown.

Taobao’s direct shipping service doesn’t officially support the Philippines for most items. You need an alternative shipping method to receive your goods.

Taobao direct shipping limitations

Why Direct Shipping Rarely Works

• Taobao is built for Chinese consumers
  Most sellers on Taobao assume their customers are within mainland China. That’s why their shipping methods and logistics setup rarely accommodate international buyers.

• Limited countries in official list
  While Taobao does offer its own “Global Direct Shipping” (淘宝集运), the Philippines is not included in many cases. Countries like the US or Singapore may have more support.

• Payment methods may also be an issue
  Many Taobao stores don’t accept international credit cards, which means even if they could ship, you might still be blocked at payment.

How I Handle This for My Clients

Using our sourcing + logistics service, I make sure the items reach Manila without my clients dealing with Chinese interfaces or local delivery confusion.

What Are the Best Ways to Ship Taobao Orders to the Philippines?

There’s no single “official” way, but I’ve tested multiple options. Some are cheap, some are fast, and some give you total peace of mind.

The best way to ship Taobao items to the Philippines is through a third-party forwarder or sourcing agent that offers DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) service.

Ways to ship Taobao items to PH

3 Options You Can Consider

1. Use a China-based Third-Party Forwarder

This is how many Filipino resellers operate. You use a forwarding warehouse in China, consolidate your goods, then ship to PH.

• Pros: Lower shipping cost, flexibility
• Cons: Requires Chinese communication, often no customs help

2. Work with a Sourcing Agent (like us)

If you don’t want to touch anything, just tell me what product you want, and I’ll buy, inspect, consolidate, and ship it directly.

• Pros: No language issues, full transparency, delivery to your door
• Cons: Slightly higher service fee, but zero stress

3. Use Taobao Global Consolidation Service (when available)

Some sellers allow shipping to a Taobao-consolidated warehouse, then you pay to ship internationally.

• Pros: Lower risk, integrated into Taobao system
• Cons: Limited to supported countries, Philippines rarely included

Here’s a Quick Comparison Table

How Much Does It Cost to Ship from Taobao to the Philippines?

Shipping cost is always the biggest concern—especially when you’re ordering small machines or bulk items.

On average, expect to pay around PHP 200–400 per kilo via sea shipping, or PHP 400–700 per kilo by air. DDP includes customs clearance and delivery to your door.

Shipping cost Taobao Philippines

What Factors Affect the Final Shipping Cost?

1. Weight and Volume

Chinese shipping companies charge based on actual or volumetric weight, whichever is higher. For bulky but light items, volume is the problem.

2. Mode of Shipping: Air vs Sea

Air is fast—usually 7–10 days—but expensive. Sea is cheaper but takes 3–5 weeks. I usually recommend air for small electronics or samples, and sea for machines or bulk orders.

3. DDP vs. Non-DDP

If you’re not using a DDP service, you’ll have to handle customs clearance and pay duties. My DDP service already includes this.

I always give my clients the best option based on speed, budget, and risk tolerance.

Conclusion

Taobao doesn’t officially support the Philippines for direct shipping, but with the right forwarding or sourcing service, it’s easy to get your products delivered safely.