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Amazon launches 30 minute delivery in the US, but India already gets it in just 10 minutes
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Published on 14 May 2026
India’s 10 minute rollout predates the US launch
Amazon’s ultrafast Amazon Now service is rolling out in the US, promising delivery in half an hour or less for an extra fee. The catch: the program began earlier in India, where deliveries take about 10 minutes. To make it work, Amazon is opening small order-processing microhubs—about CVS size—stocking roughly 3,500 products. The company is charging Prime members from $3.99, with additional small-basket fees. Amazon Now expands across major cities and targets urgent everyday essentials.
- Amazon Now promises deliveries in 30 minutes or less for extra fees
- Service launched in India first in June, with about 10 minute deliveries
- Microhubs are roughly CVS size and stock around 3,500 expedited items
- Prime pricing starts at $3.99, while non members pay $13.99
- A $1.99 fee applies to orders under $15
- Amazon has tested the service in Seattle and Philadelphia and expanding to more cities
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