You’re very welcome, @SultanDreams !
Let me know which app you end up going with.
Warm regards,
Topic summary
Issue: A UAE-based merchant needs to add a courier surcharge only for “remote” service areas, but their current setup forces adding the extra fee across all UAE shipments, making shipping too expensive.
Proposed approach: A Shopify staff member recommends using third‑party shipping apps to create zone‑based rules and custom pricing, suggesting: Better Shipping, Advanced Shipping Rules, and Parcelify. Merchants are encouraged to test apps and contact app developers for setup help.
Update/outcome: The merchant ultimately did not use any app, finding them too complex and time‑consuming. Instead, they increased the base shipping charge and offset it with frequent discounts and free shipping offers. They report this workaround “worked well” for their business.
Current status: No app was adopted; a later participant asked which app was used, but the merchant’s solution did not involve an app. The thread is effectively resolved for the original poster, with an open question from another participant.
Notes: Links to app suggestions are central; no images or code involved.