Errand Tips

How to Buy from Chinese Platforms as a Foreigner? (Taobao, 1688, Xianyu)

2026年1月8日 zerrand Errand Risks & Experience

Shopping on Taobao or 1688 as a foreigner feels like a boss battle: payment issues, "no international shipping," and language barriers. Here is how to actually get those China-exclusive items delivered to your ...

How to recover lost items in China and Hong Kong as a foreigner?

2026年1月8日 zerrand Errand Risks & Experience, Shenzhen-Hong Kong errand services

The moment you land home and realize your phone is still in a Shanghai hotel or Hong Kong taxi is pure panic. Between the language barrier and strict "no battery" shipping rules, retrieving it seems impossible....

How to Send Items from Shenzhen to Hong Kong Urgently? Fast Hand-Carry Guide

2026年1月7日 zerrand Errand Risks & Experience, Shenzhen-Hong Kong errand services

Struggling to send urgent items from Shenzhen to Hong Kong? Skip slow couriers! This guide shares reliable hand-carry services, sensitive item shipping, and real success stories.

How to Get Help in China from Abroad? (Without Flying There)

2026年1月7日 zerrand Errand Risks & Experience, Shenzhen-Hong Kong errand services

Struggling to manage tasks in China from overseas? Whether it's a factory check or finding a lost item, discover the reliable way to get "boots on the ground."

How to Retrieve Lost Items After Leaving China?

2026年1月6日 zerrand Errand Risks & Experience, Shenzhen-Hong Kong errand services

Stranded overseas with lost items in China? Follow this guide to retrieve belongings legally & quickly.

How to Verify a Supplier in China? (And Sleep Better at Night)

2026年1月6日 zerrand Errand Risks & Experience

Sourcing from China offers great opportunities, but the risk of scams is real. This guide covers how to check business licenses, spot red flags, and why an on-site factory audit is your best insurance policy.

Can someone collect documents in China for me?

2026年1月5日 zerrand Shenzhen Errand Diary

Distance and bureaucracy make getting documents from China a headache. Learn how our local proxy service acts as your "feet on the ground" to retrieve what you need without you leaving home.

Lost iPhone in China: Zerrand’s Help for Canadian Business Owner

2026年1月4日 zerrand Real Client Stories

When a Canadian lost her iPhone (with $150k business files) in China, Zerrand’s cross-border errand service stepped in—proving trust and care transcend language.

How to Retrieve Lost Items in Hong Kong: Don’t Panic, Do This.

2026年1月4日 zerrand Errand Risks & Experience, Shenzhen-Hong Kong errand services

A step-by-step guide to finding lost property in Hong Kong, from MTR reports to Police stations. Plus, what to do if you are already overseas.

How to Collect Product Samples in China (The Smart Way)

2026年1月3日 zerrand Shenzhen-Hong Kong errand services

Ordering samples from Alibaba or 1688? Stop paying individual shipping fees. Here is how to combine them into one package and verify quality before they leave China.