www.gearbest.com is one of the biggest and robust chinese online shopping stores for international customers
Emphatically, it has always been fun and thrill anytime one goes for shopping online. For budding shoppers aiming at exploring the frontiers of e-commerce for the first time, gearbest is a reliable online store to start from because of the many safeguards inbuilt. Similarly, for old and repeat buyers, it apt to point out that there has been quite some remarkable improvements, particularly in simplified payment processing. Hitherto, the only option of making payment for purchase on this site was via PayPal. We all know the complexities that surrounds the PayPal method. One has to register on PayPal, add & verify all the Debit or Credit cards. Cases of restrictions on PayPal accounts or limitations/restrictions to certain geopolitical regions still abounds. Many still dread the mention of PayPal

Happily, gearbest listened. The good news now is that, as a Nigerian based buyer, at the point of checkout, gearbest now make options available to smoothen payment process.

1. ) Pay with PayPal
2.) Pay with Credit cards
3.) Pay with Interswitch/Verve/Airtel/MTN

STEPS TO TAKE
1. visit www.gearbest.com
2. Login or signup (if you are a new customer)
3. Make purchase by adding desired item to cart
4. Go to cart and highlight the item(s) and the click "proceed to checkout"
5. At checkout, verify your shipping address and if you have many shipping address, pick one.
6. Select shipping options:-
a) Unregistered Air Mail(no tracking information/No Tracking Number)
Estimated Shipping Time = 15 - 28 business days.
b) Registered Air Mail
* Sweden Post Registered
* Netherlands Post Registered
* Belgium Post Registered
Estimated Shipping Time = 15 - 28 business days.

c) Priority Line - Africa Express
Estimated Shipping Time = 10 - 15 business days
d) Expedited Shipping
* DHL * EMS
Estimated Shipping Time = 5 - 10 business days

7. Go to payment method and select "pay with Inter switch/verve/Airtel/MTN"
8. Ensure that you are are redirected to "paystack" as payment option and then click "proceed to pay"
9. This will redirect you to next page of choosing to pay either "PAY WITH CARD" or "PAY WITH BANK"
10. If you wish to use your bank card, MasterCard, VISA or Verve card, input your card details as outlined : Card no, expiry date & Security; then select "PAY" button.
11. If you wish to pay direct with your bank account. Your bank must be among the 7 pilot banks listed on the payment page. Select your bank, input your 10digit bank account no, verify your bank account, and hit the pay button.
12. After successful payment, a confirmation email will be sent to notify you..
13. Wait for the processing and despatch of your order.
14. An email will be sent to your registered email when your order has been shipped

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I noticed this the last time I made a purchase there. However, I noticed that it cost about 10k more (over a payment of 51K) if I use interswitch.

PayPal is still much available. You can use that. Inter switch becomes invaluable when one is not paypal compliant.
Cheers

We're having Christmas Deals Event now, there are many hot products on sale now. You can tell me what you want, and I'll look for some coupons for you. You can copy the links as below, and shop at our Gearbest. If you have any questions, please leave messages. I'll reply you in 2-3 business days.

1.Xiaomi Redmi Note 4X 4G Phablet - INTERNATIONAL VERSION
Promotion code:Xmas133
Reduced from $154.99 to $149.99
Valid from 11/12/2017 to 24/12/2017
https://www.gearbest.com/cell-phones/pp_621141.html?wid=21?lkid=12018841

2.Original Xiaomi Mi Speaker Bluetooth 4.1 - BLACK
Promotion code:Xmas136
Reduced from $25.99 to $22.99
Valid from 11/12/2017 to 24/12/2017
https://www.gearbest.com/speakers/pp_345599.html?lkid=12018841

3.Xiaomi Redmi 4A 4G Smartphone
Promotion code:Xmas107
Reduced from $112.7 to $89.99
Valid from 11/12/2017 to 24/12/2017
https://www.gearbest.com/cell-phones/pp_600562.html?wid=4?lkid=12018841

4.Xiaomi Aqara Wall Switch ZigBee Version
Promotion code:Xmas072
Reduced from $30.51 to $27.99
Valid from 11/12/2017 to 24/12/2017
https://www.gearbest.com/alarm-systems/pp_625774.html?lkid=12018841

5.Long Arm Car Windscreen Cellphone Holder - BLACK
Promotion code:Xmas119
Reduced from $3.77 to $1.99
Valid from 11/12/2017 to 24/12/2017
https://www.gearbest.com/car-decorations/pp_276740.html?lkid=12018841

6.Lenovo HW01 Smart Wristband
Promotion code:Xmas131
Reduced from $19.99 to $15.99
Valid from 11/12/2017 to 24/12/2017
https://www.gearbest.com/smart-watches/pp_604055.html?lkid=12018841

7.KZ ZS6 Custom-built Hybrid HiFi In-ear Earphones - BLACK
Promotion code:Xmas095
Reduced from $28.99 to $25.99
Valid from 11/12/2017 to 24/12/2017
https://www.gearbest.com/earbud-headphones/pp_770863.html?lkid=12018841

8.H96 Pro TV Dongle 2GB RAM + 16GB ROM
Promotion code:Xmas081
Reduced from $44.99 to $37.99
Valid from 11/12/2017 to 24/12/2017
https://www.gearbest.com/tv-stick-dongle/pp_679591.html?lkid=12018841

9.HBX 12891 1:12 4WD RC Desert Truck - RTR
Promotion code:Xmas084
Reduced from $88.99 to $79.99
Valid from 11/12/2017 to 24/12/2017
https://www.gearbest.com/rc-cars/pp_567510.html?lkid=12018841

10.Nillkin Dull Polish Back Case for XiaoMi Mi5
Promotion code:Xmas100
Reduced from $7.67 to $3.99
Valid from 11/12/2017 to 24/12/2017
https://www.gearbest.com/cases-leather/pp_340905.html?lkid=12018841

11. Alfawise S100 Sonic Electric Toothbrush
Promotion code:Xmas131
Reduced from $18.99 to $15.99
Valid from 11/12/2017 to 24/12/2017
https://www.gearbest.com/tooth-care/pp_979020.html?lkid=12018841

12.Ender Desktop 3D Printer Kit - EU PLUG
Promotion code:Xmas110
Reduced from $159.99 to $155.99
Valid from 11/12/2017 to 24/12/2017
https://www.gearbest.com/3d-printers-3d-printer-kits/pp_620373.html?lkid=12018841

13.PIMAX 4K UHD Virtual Reality 3D PC Headset
Promotion code:Xmas109
Reduced from $399.99 to $305.99
Valid from 11/12/2017 to 24/12/2017
https://www.gearbest.com/pc-headset/pp_423476.html?wid=21?lkid=12018841

The way to use these coupons are that you can just copy the links and then apply the promotion code when you're going to check out.

MAKING ONLINE PAYMENTS WITH YOUR LOCAL (NAIRA) CARD ON GEARBEST.COM

When making online payments with your MasterCard, ensure your card is profiled on the secure code platform. Contact your bank to ensure your card is profiled.

For Mastercard/Verve card.

It is imperative to profile our card for one time password (OTP) when making online transaction with your Naira Master/verve card. Kindly contact your bank or use steps below:

To register for the service, follow the prompt

Go to the nearest ATM, and insert your ATM card
Input your 4-digit PINand press Enter
Select your bank account type eg Savingsor Current
Select the ‘Quickteller’ option from the ATM menu screen
Select ‘Pay Bills’ from the Quickteller menu list on the ATM screen
Select ‘Others’ for the bill payment menu option list
Enter ‘322222”as the Biller Code
Enter your Phone Numberas the Customer Reference Number and select ‘Proceed’
You will get a display “Do you want to make this payment?” Amount Due:N1
DO NOT edit the amount to be paid
Click on “Pay amount due”
You will then get a confirmation page indicating the registration was successful

It's quite impressive, almost the same thing as buying from a local dealer.. Thumbs up. @primehomesng check this out. They have drones o.