Kim G.
Major shipping concerns
Placed an order for 2 rugs in early December. I am located in Canada, and there are significant issues with Benisouk's chosen carrier/delivery agent, Aramex. My order sat in customs for a long time, and I wasn't notified that duties were owed. I attempted to connect with Benisouk customer service numerous times; they were very unhelpful and offered no recourse. Eventually I contacted the carrier directly; they advised they often have to "chase down" this company to get customer information to send to customers about owed fees. Very unprofessional and such a hassle. If you want good communication and customer service, don't order from Benisouk—there are so many great rug vendors on Etsy that make purchasing internationally easy. This experience was a nightmare. Express 5-7 day shipping will mean nothing—I have been waiting for communication for over 20. Edit- I have yet to receive a payment link from the carrier or contact from Benisouk. I have no issue paying customs, but I need to be made aware they are required, how much they are and how to pay them????? Apparently, my order has been sitting in customs for a long period because the carrier they use doesn’t contact customers, and Benisouk has no ability to provide this information. This seems really standard for a company- Benisouk has major challenges with shipping and after product support. Wonder if/when my orders will arrive. Totally unprofessional. I would avoid dealing with Benisouk at all costs.
Response from benisouk.comDec 26, 2024
Hello Kim, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you've experienced with your order. We understand how frustrating it can be to have delays and issues with customs and communication, and we truly regret that this has affected your experience. Regarding the situation, we want to clarify that your rug was not stuck due to any fault on our part. The parcel was held in customs because payment for duties was required, which is a standard procedure for international shipments. Once we were made aware of the issue after your complaint, we immediately contacted the carrier, Aramex, to ensure that the package was released from customs. They confirmed that the customs fees had not been paid, and we promptly requested them to resend the payment link so you could clear the package and proceed with delivery. We have no interest in keeping your parcel blocked, and we always strive to provide the best service and communication possible. We understand the importance of clear and timely updates, especially when it comes to international shipping, and we are working on improving these processes to avoid such issues in the future. Again, we apologize for the frustration you've encountered and appreciate your understanding as we work to resolve this. If there is anything else we can do to assist you, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Kind regards,


