Shipping Policy – MiSTer FPGA Store

Shipping & Delivery Policy

Last Updated: 26 March 2026

1. Order Processing & Dispatch

1
Order Confirmation

Immediately

2
Order Processing

1-2 business days

3
Dispatch

Next business day

4
In Transit

See table below

Important Notes:

  • Business days: Monday-Friday, excluding UK bank holidays
  • Orders confirmed before 2pm GMT are processed same day
  • Weekend/holiday orders processed next business day
  • In-stock items typically dispatch within 24 hours
  • Custom/special order items may have longer lead times (specified on product page)

2. UK Shipping (Royal Mail)

Service Delivery Time Cost Features
Royal Mail 2nd Class 2-3 business days £3.50 Tracked, signature optional
Royal Mail 1st Class 1-2 business days £5.50 Tracked, signature optional
Royal Mail Special Delivery Next business day
(by 1pm)
£8.50 Tracked, signed for, £100 insurance
Free Shipping 2-3 business days FREE Orders over £40, Royal Mail 2nd Class

3. International Shipping

Region Service Delivery Time Cost
Europe
(EU Countries)
Royal Mail International Tracked 3-7 business days £9.50
USA & Canada Royal Mail International Tracked & Signed 5-10 business days £12.50
Australia / NZ Royal Mail International Tracked 7-14 business days £14.50
Rest of World Royal Mail International Standard 10-20 business days £16.50

International Shipping Important Information:

  • Customs & Import Duties: International orders may be subject to import taxes, duties, and customs fees. These are the responsibility of the recipient.
  • Customs Delays: Customs processing can cause additional delays beyond our control.
  • Restricted Items: Some countries restrict electronics imports. Check your local regulations.
  • Address Accuracy: Please provide complete and accurate address details.
  • Shipping Times: Times are estimates and not guaranteed, especially for international shipments.

4. Order Tracking

Once your order is dispatched:

  • You’ll receive a shipping confirmation email with tracking number
  • UK Orders: Royal Mail tracking via email link
  • International Orders: International tracking number (may have limited updates)
  • Tracking Updates: Typically updated every 24 hours by carrier
  • No Tracking: Some economy international services may not provide detailed tracking

5. Shipping Issues & Solutions

Common Issues:

Issue Possible Cause Solution
No shipping confirmation Email in spam, wrong email address Check spam folder, contact us to confirm
Tracking not updating Carrier delay, system issue Wait 24-48 hours, contact carrier directly
Package delayed Weather, holidays, customs Check carrier website for updates
Wrong address Incorrect address at checkout Contact us immediately (before dispatch)

Lost or Damaged Packages:

  • Report Timeframe: Within 7 business days of expected delivery
  • Required Information: Order number, tracking number, description
  • Investigation: We contact carrier (5-10 business days)
  • Resolution: Reshipment or refund based on investigation

6. Shipping Restrictions

We do not ship to:

  • Countries under international sanctions
  • Regions with unstable postal services
  • PO Boxes (some services only)
  • Military addresses (requires special arrangement)

Product-Specific Restrictions:

  • Lithium Batteries: Some airlines restrict lithium batteries, which may cause delays
  • Large Items: Oversized items may require special shipping (contact for quote)
  • Hazardous Materials: We do not ship hazardous materials

7. UK Bank Holidays

Shipping is affected by UK bank holidays:

  • New Year’s Day (1 January)
  • Good Friday & Easter Monday
  • Early May Bank Holiday
  • Spring Bank Holiday
  • Summer Bank Holiday
  • Christmas Day (25 December)
  • Boxing Day (26 December)

Recommendation: Order early before holidays to ensure timely delivery.

8. Contact Shipping Support

For shipping inquiries:

  1. First check your order confirmation email for tracking
  2. Contact the carrier directly using provided tracking number
  3. If carrier cannot resolve, contact us:

Shipping Support Contact:

  • Email: shipping@lightgungame.com
  • Response Time: Within 24 hours (weekdays)
  • Please Include: Order number, tracking number, issue description

9. Policy Updates

We reserve the right to modify this shipping policy. Significant changes will be posted on this page.

Last Updated: 26 March 2026