15 Must-Buy Indian Products for NRIs Living Abroad: Shop Online and Ship Internationally

Looking for Indian products to buy online from abroad? Start with things you will use regularly or struggle to find locally: well-fitting ethnic wear, regional pantry favourites, familiar personal care products, Indian storybooks and practical kitchen tools.

You can order eligible purchases using an Indian receiving address or request buying assistance when checkout becomes difficult. International delivery depends on the product, destination and shipping service.

These 15 recommendations cover everyday use, gifting and cultural connections. They are shopping ideas, not a ranking based on sales or a promise that every item can be shipped.

Why Shop Directly from India While Living Abroad?

Shopping from India can give you access to a particular brand, regional design, language edition or product variant that is difficult to find nearby.

It also lets you compare Indian marketplaces with specialist retailers and brand websites. That is useful when you want a specific saree fabric, a familiar masala or a book in your mother tongue.

However, a lower product price does not always mean a cheaper purchase. Compare the total delivered cost, including shipping, service charges and applicable import costs.

Best Indian Products to Buy Online

Indian Clothing and Fashion

1. Sarees for Celebrations and Gifting

A saree is worth considering when you want a particular weave, colour or regional style for a wedding or festival.

Check the fabric description, length, blouse details and care instructions. Do not assume a blouse shown in the photograph is included or stitched.

Where to explore: Myntra, Ajio and Fabindia.

2. Everyday Kurtas and Kurta Sets

Choose kurtas around your routine: comfortable cotton styles for everyday wear or more detailed designs for gatherings.

Compare chest, shoulder, waist and garment length measurements with something you already wear. For sets, check exactly which pieces are included.

Where to explore: Biba, Fabindia and Myntra.

3. Salwar Suits and Lehengas

Occasion wear is a useful India shopping category when you want more choice in embroidery, colour and customisation.

Confirm whether the outfit is stitched, partly stitched or unstitched. Allow time for tailoring, and read the return policy before ordering customised pieces.

Where to explore: Ajio, Biba and specialist ethnic wear retailers.

Indian Food and Pantry Essentials

4. Regional Masalas and Spice Blends

A familiar sambar powder, rasam blend or regional curry masala can be more useful than a large assortment you rarely use.

Check ingredients, allergens, pack size and remaining shelf life. Powders require destination and courier checks before purchase.

Where to explore: Aachi’s spice collection, Amazon India and grocery retailers serving your Indian delivery address.

5. Indian Tea and Coffee

Consider the tea blend or filter coffee you already enjoy rather than buying unfamiliar products in bulk.

Confirm whether you are ordering tea bags, loose tea, instant coffee or ground coffee. For filter coffee, check the grind and whether chicory is included.

Where to explore: Amazon India and official brand stores, including Tata Consumer brand ranges through authorised retailers.

6. Regional Snacks and Pickles

Packaged snacks and pickles can be appealing when you miss a particular flavour from home.

Before ordering, share the full ingredient list and packaging details with Shoppre. Check shelf life, leakage protection and destination acceptance. Commercial packaging alone does not establish import eligibility.

Where to explore: Amazon India, BigBasket where available, and Aachi’s pickle collection.

Beauty and Personal Care

7. Familiar Indian Hair Oils

If you already use a particular hair oil, check the exact formulation and bottle size before reordering.

Choose based on your preferences rather than unsupported claims about hair growth or treatment. Confirm liquid acceptance and appropriate packing before shipment.

Where to explore: Nykaa, Purplle and official brand websites.

8. Skincare and Herbal Shampoos

Replenishing products that suit your routine can make more sense than ordering several unfamiliar skincare sets.

Check ingredients, expiry information and the seller. “Natural” or “herbal” does not automatically mean suitable for your skin or unrestricted for shipping.

Where to explore: Nykaa, Purplle, Minimalist and Plum.

Indian Home Décor

9. Cushion Covers and Table Linens

Textiles offer a practical way to introduce Indian prints and colours without buying large furniture.

Measure your existing cushions and table before ordering. Check whether the listing includes covers only, and read the washing instructions.

Where to explore: Fabindia, Jaypore and Amazon India.

10. Wall Hangings and Handicrafts

Choose a piece for a specific space rather than judging its size from a photograph.

Check dimensions, hanging arrangements and materials. Wood, seeds, dried plant material and animal derived components can require additional import checks.

Where to explore: Jaypore’s home décor collection, Amazon India and Pepperfry.

11. Brass Décor and Traditional Lamps

A small brass decorative piece or lamp can suit a home shrine, festive display or gift.

Confirm whether the product is solid brass, plated or made from another material. Check weight and protective packing. For electrical lamps, verify voltage, plug compatibility and destination requirements.

Where to explore: Jaypore, Amazon India and specialist craft retailers.

Kids’ Products

12. Indian Storybooks and Regional Language Books

Books can give children access to stories, settings and languages they do not encounter in their usual reading.

Choose by reading ability and interest, not only the age label. Check the language, script, edition and sample pages where available.

Read our guide to buying books from India with international shipping.

Where to explore: Amazon India, FirstCry and publisher websites.

13. Educational Toys, Puzzles and Traditional Games

Consider puzzles, learning activities or traditional games that your child will actually enjoy.

Check age guidance, small parts, materials and safety information. Battery operated products need additional shipping checks. Wooden toys also require a material specific review for some destinations.

Where to explore: FirstCry, Hamleys India and Amazon India.

Indian Kitchen Essentials

14. Stainless Steel Utensils and Spice Boxes

A masala dabba, steel lunchbox or set of tumblers can be useful when it matches the way you cook and store food.

Check capacity, dimensions, material specifications and whether lids are genuinely leak resistant. Compare packed weight before buying a large set.

Where to explore: Amazon India, Flipkart and kitchenware retailers.

15. Idli Makers and Indian Cookware

An idli maker, kadai or suitable tawa can help you prepare dishes you regularly cook.

Check dimensions, capacity and compatibility with your hob. An induction cooktop requires compatible cookware; an electric appliance also needs voltage and plug checks.

Where to explore: Amazon India, Flipkart and Prestige’s cookware collection.

Indian Shopping Websites for Overseas Indians

Choose your store by product category, seller information and return terms.

Browse Shoppre’s Indian online store directory for additional shopping options. Confirm current availability and delivery to your assigned Indian PIN code.

How to Shop from Multiple Indian Websites

Build one shortlist with product links, quantities, variants and seller delivery estimates.

Before purchasing:

1. Confirm eligibility for your destination.

2. Estimate the total delivered cost.

3. Check seller returns and cancellation terms.

4. Decide whether the purchases need to arrive together.

5. Identify anything fragile, bulky, perishable or specially handled.

For a hypothetical example, consider ordering two kurtas, three books and a heavy cookware set. Ask for a shipping estimate with and without the cookware. Buying that set locally could be more practical even if its Indian selling price is lower.

How Shoppre Helps Deliver Indian Products Abroad

Option 1: Shop Yourself

Register with Shoppre to receive a free virtual Indian address and locker details.

Use the assigned address when ordering eligible products from supported sellers. Shoppre receives the packages, and you can arrange international forwarding once they are ready.

An Indian delivery address does not replace account verification or bank authentication.

Option 2: Request Personal Shopper Assistance

If payment or checkout prevents you from purchasing, contact Shoppre Personal Shopper.

Provide the product links and selected variants. Confirm purchase acceptance, fees and shipping eligibility before paying.

Receive, Store and Consolidate

Shoppre offers package receiving and storage while purchases arrive. Check the current storage allowance and charges before leaving items in your locker.

Its package consolidation service can combine eligible purchases into one shipment. This can reduce unnecessary packaging and separate shipment costs, but savings depend on the final weight, dimensions and fees.

Do not delay food or time sensitive purchases simply to wait for another order.

Review the International Shipping Cost

Use the international shipping cost calculator for an initial estimate.

Confirm the final packed shipment and any applicable import charges before dispatch. For the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, UAE or a European destination, check the exact country and postcode. Europe does not have one uniform set of import rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best Indian products for NRIs to buy?

Prioritise products you use regularly, cannot easily find locally or want in a particular Indian style or language. Ethnic wear, regional books, home textiles and selected kitchen tools are practical starting points.

Can I ship food and beauty products internationally?

Only where the exact product meets destination requirements and the shipping provider accepts it. Confirm ingredients, packaging and handling needs before buying.

Can I buy without an Indian card?

Some retailers accept eligible international payment methods. If your payment fails, check with the retailer or request Personal Shopper assistance. Do not share bank OTPs or passwords.

Is shopping from India always cheaper?

No. Compare the product price plus domestic delivery, service fees, international shipping and applicable import costs with buying locally.

Can Shoppre ship every item on this list?

No. These are shopping recommendations, not shipping approvals. Product contents, materials and destination rules determine eligibility.

Start with the Products You Miss Most

You do not need all 15 items. Choose a few that fit your routine, confirm eligibility and compare the full cost.

Create your Shoppre account to arrange an Indian receiving address, or request purchase assistance. A focused shortlist is the simplest place to begin.