Amazon has basically come to Israel already. They are working with local sellers for distribution of local products through the Amazon site and have now also been running the free shipping promo from the USA to Israel on many items.

For the free shipping, you have to be buying qualifying items (many items qualify), purchase price over $49, and you will get the shipment to Israel free. It is advised to break up orders into multiple orders and keep your them under $75 each so as to avoid VAT charges  and import fees, but for some items you might find it worth paying the VAT but getting free shipping, such as on items you cannot find here, otherwise it is best to keep them generally under $75.

So, you can easily and cheaply buy now in Israel from Amazon.com.


And now Walmart is reportedly in the process of opening its first shop in Israel!

According to Calcalist, they have been working hard to get everything ready and are now at the stage of looking to hire cashiers in Jerusalem. Presumably, if it goes well, they would likely open shops elsewhere around Israel.

There soon wont be any need to look for someone traveling who can bring you something from the States. That is, except for Romanian salamis. But maybe we can get that sold here as well, somehow...