15-04-2024 12:15 PM
Hi,
A Buyer in Thailand has paid for a collection only item in the UK and are asking for my phone number and address so that their 'sister' can collect the item.
It just doesn't feel right to me. Does anyone have any similar experiences or know if this is a scam?
15-04-2024 12:19 PM
I can't see that this is any different from somebody in the UK turning up, they may well have a sister in the UK near you.
None of your items are red flags to scammers i.e. iPhones, laptops etc.
15-04-2024 12:20 PM
Not unusual for a buyer from outside the UK to get someone in the UK to buy an item on there behalf,so is the address of the buyer on the order details a UK address?
15-04-2024 12:28 PM
No address on their profile or on the order (that I can see) as it's collection only.
Thank you for your reply.
15-04-2024 12:29 PM
Get their sister to sign a copy of the order when they collect the item.
15-04-2024 12:45 PM
If the buyer has asked you to send your phone number and address,then there communication is by ebay messages I take it,so ask the buyer to provide the sisters phone number so you can call them!!!