Payment
What payment methods do you accepts ?
We currently accept Visa, MasterCard, Debit and Credit card are acceptable.
All payments powered by Stripe.
Choose your convenient methods.
All transactions are in US Dollars. All payment made on www.archthetic.com are absolutely secure. we currently use the Advanced Encryption Standard protocol (AES) with an encryption key length of 256-bits in order to provide the exceptional shopping experience to our worldwide customers.
Furthermore, we do not store any of your payment information.
Will I have to pay international taxes & duties ?
Your orders may be subject to import duties and taxes, which are levied once a shipment reaches your country. It’s vary depending on the product and country’s regulation.
Normally, The general amount for the duties and taxes fee is about 20% of the dollar amount of the merchandise. However, this is just a general guideline and may vary depending on the country to which the order was shipped. You should contact your customs office for specific amounts and percentages.
Archthetic has no authority to control and is not responsible for any duties/taxes applied to your package. You will be responsible for paying additional charges for customs clearance. Customs policies vary widely from country to country.
Please contact your local customs office for further information. Note, in rare occasions custom agents may delay delivery of some packages.
What is the expected timeframe for payment processing and delivery in the context of international payments ?
The processing and delivery of payments for international transactions may take up to 15-20 days regarding to the following reasons :
Customs Clearance : International shipments often go through customs checks, which can introduce delays as authorities verify the contents and ensure compliance with import/export regulations.
Currency Conversion : If payments involve currency conversion, additional processing time may be required as financial institutions handle the exchange, especially if multiple currencies are involved in the transaction.
Banking Procedures : Different banking systems and their respective procedures can contribute to delays in the processing of international payments, as transactions may need to pass through multiple financial institutions.
Time Zone Differences : Working across different time zones can impact the speed at which payment-related activities are processed, with delays occurring due to variations in business hours and communication timelines.
Security Checks : Stringent security measures may be in place for international transactions to prevent fraud, requiring thorough verification processes that extend the overall processing time.
Payment Method : The choice of payment method can affect processing times. For example, wire transfers might take longer than digital payment methods due to their manual handling and additional security measures.
Geographical Distance : Physical distance between the buyer and seller can result in longer shipping times, especially if the goods are being transported internationally.
Public Holidays : National or regional holidays in either the buyer’s or seller’s country can interrupt regular business operations and extend the overall processing and delivery time.
