AliExpress Unveils Multi-Layered Discounts for November Shopping Season

E-commerce giant AliExpress has launched its major November sales event earlier than usual, beginning November 1st with a first round of coupons available on October 31st. This move deviates from the traditional "Singles' Day" (November 11th) timing. The company is promoting a "stacking" strategy, encouraging shoppers to combine multiple discounts for maximum savings.

AliExpress employs a multi-tiered discount system. This includes the base sale price, automatic store discounts (Spend & Save), store coupons (orange, requiring a minimum purchase), AliExpress Coins (loyalty points offering 2-10% off, especially on mobile), and a general promo code (red) entered at checkout. The system automatically applies these discounts in a specific order.

For Israeli consumers, a key consideration is the VAT and customs fees. Packages valued at $75 or more are subject to an 18% VAT and local shipping company fees, which can significantly increase the final cost. This $75 threshold is calculated on the price after all product and coupon discounts, but before shipping costs.

To avoid potential issues with package consolidation by Israeli customs, shoppers are advised to split large orders from the same seller into separate purchases spaced a few days apart. Additionally, it's recommended to view prices in USD and let your credit card company handle the currency conversion, as AliExpress's internal exchange rate is less favorable. General promo codes have a limited global budget and can expire once the quota is reached, so prompt purchase is advised once a successful discount combination is found. These global codes are applied only after other store discounts, meaning the cart's value must still meet the code's minimum after initial reductions.