White-Glove Forwarding for Luxury & High-Value Packages
For Hermès, Cartier, Rolex, fine art, and anything above $5,000 — standard forwarding isn't enough. Here's how white-glove actually works.
What white-glove includes
- Photo authentication — every item photographed against verified retail packaging before forwarding
- Declared-value insurance — full purchase price covered, not the carrier's $100 default
- Tamper-evident packaging — sealed cartons with security tape, opened-on-arrival photo documentation
- Signature on delivery — no "leave at door" — adult signature only
- Customs pre-clearance — paperwork pre-filed with destination country to avoid border holds
- Express carriers only — DHL, FedEx, UPS — never economy or USPS
Best for
Hermès handbags, Tiffany jewelry, Cartier watches, Rolex, fine art, single items over $5,000 declared value, anything irreplaceable.
What it costs
Selectido's white-glove handling adds $35 + 1.2% of declared value over $5,000. Insurance premiums are at-cost from the carrier. Most members pay $80–250 total for handling on shipments worth $5k–25k.
Frequently asked
Is white-glove worth it for a $3,000 purchase?
Usually no. Selectido's standard service includes photo verification and tamper-evident packaging. White-glove is for high-five-figure-plus shipments or irreplaceable items.
Will customs charge full duty on luxury items?
Yes — undeclared or under-declared luxury goods are aggressively prosecuted in EU, UK, Brazil, China, India. Always declare actual price.
Can I get a Rolex through customs?
In most countries, yes — with proper declaration, duty/VAT payment, and (in some countries) sales receipt. UAE, Hong Kong, and Singapore are notably lenient. Brazil and India apply heavy duty.