In a world where 40+ US retailers block Puerto Rico, Nordstrom is a breath of fresh air.
Free shipping. No minimum. Free returns. 90% catalog available.
The PR Shopping Scorecard
| Retailer | Free Ship? | Free Returns? | PR Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nordstrom | ✅ Always | ✅ Yes | A+ |
| Zappos | ✅ Always | ✅ Yes | A+ |
| Nike | $50+ | ✅ Yes | A |
| Amazon | $25+ | Limited | B- |
| Target | $35+ | ❌ No (from PR) | C+ |
| Best Buy | ❌ Blocked | N/A | F |
| Kohl's | ❌ Blocked | N/A | F |
Nordstrom and Zappos are the only major retailers that treat Puerto Rico customers like actual Americans.
Why Free Returns Matter in PR
When you live on an island, returns are the biggest headache. Most retailers don't offer return labels for PR. Nordstrom? Free prepaid return label, even to Puerto Rico.
This means:
- Order 3 sizes, keep the one that fits
- No risk on shoes without trying them on
- Beauty products can be returned if they don't work
Pro Tips
- Get the Nordstrom credit card for early Anniversary Sale access
- Stack Rakuten cashback (3-6%)
- Price match competitors
- For blocked items, use PackagePR as your mainland address
More retailers should follow Nordstrom's lead.
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