Can I offer to second-highest bidder?

[siblingrivalry]

Hi

I'm a long-term Ebayer, but this is a new one on me.

Despite clearly stating that I would only post in the UK (been stung once too often when posting overseas) the winning bidder has an address in Israel

Apart from the fact that they are currently a war-zone, I really don't want to post there as the parcel is heavy and would cost a fortune.
Plus, the winning bidder has zero feedback, which makes me nervous.

I have emailed them to explain the situation, but there's been no response.

Does anyone know how I proceed- can I offer it to the next bidder, or is that bad form.
I'm gutted, cos the item went for a really good price and don't want to lose out.

TIA

not yet - you need to file none paying bidder report on day 4, and only once that is closed 4 days later, can you relist or do a second chance offer

Otherwise you won't get your final value fees back - plus you could have 2 buyers, only 1 item

You also need to change your settings to stop overseas bidders

Ah, okay, thanks for the advice. Much appreciated