--- title: "Localization" description: "J2Commerce provides comprehensive localisation features to help you configure your store for different regions and markets. From managing countries and currencies to setting up complex tax rules and…" url: "https://docs.j2commerce.com/v6/localization" markdown_url: "https://docs.j2commerce.com/v6/localization.md" last_updated: "2026-10-23T03:10:50+00:00" version: "J2Commerce 6" breadcrumbs: - title: "Home" url: "https://docs.j2commerce.com/" - title: "J2Commerce 6" url: "https://docs.j2commerce.com/v6" - title: "Localization" url: "https://docs.j2commerce.com/v6/localization" --- # Localization J2Commerce provides comprehensive localisation features to help you configure your store for different regions and markets. From managing countries and currencies to setting up complex tax rules and order statuses, the localisation system ensures your store operates correctly for customers worldwide. ## Requirements - PHP 8.3.0 or higher - Joomla 6.x - J2Commerce 6.x All localisation features are included with J2Commerce core and require no additional installation. ## Overview Localisation in J2Commerce covers several key areas: - **Countries and Zones** — Define the countries and regions (states, provinces, territories) for shipping and billing addresses. - **Currencies** — Set up multiple currencies for international sales with automatic exchange rate support. - **Geozones** — Create geographic zones that group countries and zones together for shipping rates and tax calculations. - **Tax Profiles and Tax Rates** — Configure tax rules based on customer location and product types. - **Order Statuses** — Manage the workflow states for customer orders. - **Measurement Units** — Define weight and length units for products and shipping calculations. ## Accessing Localization All localisation features are accessed from the J2Commerce Dashboard: There are **two** ways you can access the Localisation section. **Option A:** Go to the **J2Commerce** icon at the top right corner **-> Localisation** **Option B:** Go to **Components** on the left sidebar **-> J2Commerce -> Dashboard -> Localisation** ![Localisation menu](https://docs.j2commerce.com/images/docs/shared/localization.webp) ## Localisation Features ### Countries Manage the list of countries available for shipping addresses, billing addresses, and tax calculations. Each country includes ISO standard codes for international compatibility. [Learn more about Countries](https://docs.j2commerce.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=585&catid=53) ### Zones Define states, provinces, or regions within each country. Zones are essential for accurate shipping rate calculations and tax rules based on customer location. [Learn more about Zones](https://docs.j2commerce.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=591&catid=53) ### Currencies Configure multiple currencies for international stores. Set exchange rates, currency symbols, and formatting options for each currency. [Learn more about Currencies](https://docs.j2commerce.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=586&catid=53) ### Geozones Create geographic zones by grouping countries and zones together. Geozones are used to apply shipping rates, tax rates, and payment method restrictions to specific regions. [Learn more about Geozones](https://docs.j2commerce.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=587&catid=53) ### Tax Profiles Create tax profiles (tax classes) that group tax rules together. Assign tax profiles to products to control which tax rates apply. [Learn more about Tax Profiles](https://docs.j2commerce.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=589&catid=53) ### Tax Rates Define specific tax percentage rates that apply to geozones. Tax rates are linked to tax profiles and calculated based on customer location. [Learn more about Tax Rates](https://docs.j2commerce.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=8&catid=53) ### Lengths Configure measurement units for product dimensions (centimetres, inches, metres, etc.) used in shipping calculations and product specifications. [Learn more about Lengths](https://docs.j2commerce.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=588&catid=53) ### Weights Set up weight units (kilograms, pounds, ounces, etc.) for product weights and shipping rate calculations. [Learn more about Weights](https://docs.j2commerce.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=590&catid=53) ## Typical Configuration Order For a new store, configure localisation features in this order: 1. **Countries** — Add or enable the countries you will ship to. 2. **Zones** — Add states, provinces, or regions for each country. 3. **Geozones** — Create zones that group countries for shipping and tax rules. 4. **Lengths** — Set up your default length unit and any additional units needed. 5. **Weights** — Set up your default weight unit and any additional units needed. 6. **Currencies** — Configure your base currency and any additional currencies. 7. **Tax Profiles** — Create tax profiles for different product types. 8. **Tax Rates** — Add tax rates linked to geozones and tax profiles. ## Pages - [Countries](https://docs.j2commerce.com/v6/localization/countries.md): Countries form the foundation of localization in J2Commerce. - [Currencies](https://docs.j2commerce.com/v6/localization/currencies.md): The Currencies feature allows you to configure multiple currencies for your J2Commerce store. - [Geozones](https://docs.j2commerce.com/v6/localization/geozones.md): Geozones are geographic zones created by grouping countries and their zones together. - [Lengths](https://docs.j2commerce.com/v6/localization/lengths.md): The Lengths feature allows you to configure measurement units for product dimensions (width, height, depth). - [Tax Profiles](https://docs.j2commerce.com/v6/localization/tax-profiles.md): Tax profiles (also called tax classes) group tax rules together and are assigned to products. - [Tax Rates](https://docs.j2commerce.com/v6/localization/tax-rates.md): Tax rates define the actual percentage of tax to apply based on a customer's location (geozone) and the product's tax profile. - [Weights](https://docs.j2commerce.com/v6/localization/weights.md): The Weights feature allows you to configure measurement units for product weights. - [Zones](https://docs.j2commerce.com/v6/localization/zones.md): Zones represent states, provinces, territories, or regions within countries.