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International returns processing

Your e-commerce returns solution for Switzerland, the UK and Norway

With MS Direct, you can handle international returns smoothly and offer local return addresses, short processing times and full transparency – from acceptance to refund.

Why the returns solution from MS Direct is worthwhile for you.

Your reliable partner for returns with over 45 years of experience

Customer-friendly returns

Simplify returns via local addresses in Switzerland, the UK, Norway and the EU. We usually process shipments within 24 hours, allowing refunds to be initiated immediately. This increases satisfaction and repurchase rates.

Processes that suit you

Standardized, customizable processes ensure consistent quality. Real-time reporting and your personal Customer Success Manager help you to constantly optimize your processes. This allows you to keep costs under control and remain scalable.

Return transportation without additional expense

We organize the complete return of your returns to your central warehouse, including transport planning, return customs clearance and refunds. This allows you to close the returns cycle cleanly and without additional effort.

Returns solution for e-commerce companies

Our modular service packages for your individual needs.

Return Light

Content check & registration

Do you want to process returns without extensive on-site checks? Returns Light is your lean solution for fast returns to the warehouse.

Your light package:

  • Goods receipt & registration

  • Quantitative check

  • Return transport to your EU warehouse including return customs clearance

Return Pro

Quality check & sorting

Do you need quality inspection and pre-sorting according to your specifications? Returns Pro returns structured goods and sorts out clear cases.

All Light Features plus:

  • Exact quality check of the returned items

  • Sorting A, B, C, or D

  • Sorting of clarification cases

Return Refurbish

Refurbishment

Do you want to resell goods in top condition? With Refurbish, your items will be professionally refreshed according to your specifications and any issues will be resolved.

All Pro features plus:

  • Cleaning, ironing, polishing, repackaging

  • Processing of clarification cases

  • Clarification tool for quick decisions

Return One Scan

Local acceptance, subsequent testing

Do you just want to accept returns locally and check them yourself later? With One Scan, we record your consignments and clear them through customs using the registration data from your customers’ returns registration.

Individual solution

Suitable for your process

None of the parcels fit exactly? Put together your own returns handling system from our service catalog. We tailor processes precisely to your product range and your IT.

Real-time data via API.

Keep the overview

You can see the status, categories and reasons for returns live in the API and dashboard. This speeds up credit notes and reduces your support volume. We usually process returns within 24 hours of receipt.

  • Live status, categorization and return reasons in real time
  • Plug and play connection to store, ERP and BI including webhooks
  • Clear SLAs and notifications for fast refunds

Standardised processes.

For maximum efficiency

Clearly defined process steps deliver consistent results. In the set-up, we align the returns handling process with the product range, SLAs and countries and consolidate returns for further processing or return transportation.

  • Scalable standard processes tailored to your product range
  • Consolidation of B2C and B2B returns with clear process rules
  • Flexible customization of processes according to your needs

Detailed preparation.

For the best returns quality

We check, sort and refurbish items according to your specifications for the best possible resale quality. We iron, clean, polish and repackage if you wish.

  • Quality check and sorting according to A B C D criteria
  • Professional refreshing such as cleaning, ironing, polishing and repackaging
  • Packaging and labeling standards according to your specifications

Clarification case handling.

Fast and efficient solution

Photos, status and comments speed up decisions directly in the clarification tool. We implement approved measures in the center and document everything seamlessly.

  • Clarification workflow with photo evidence, comments and approvals
  • Defined response times and escalation paths for reliable decisions
  • Complete history and API feedback for each position

International return shipment.

Customs cleared and automated

We plan the return to your central warehouse and take care of customs clearance and refunds. Invoicing is in EUR. When trading with Switzerland, we take CHF and local customs regulations into account. This ensures that your returns handling process remains traceable.

  • Transport planning including bundling in Eurotainers and ETA tracking
  • Return customs clearance with refund of duties already paid
  • Seamless tracking right up to the warehouse with status updates in the API and dashboard

Want to receive and process returns locally?

We support you with this

You benefit from:

  • More customer-friendly returns processes
  • Best-in-class returns processing
  • Real-time overview via interface

FAQs on cross-border returns.

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