Quick answer: for UK stores, Avasam connects you with VAT-registered UK suppliers. For EU stores, Droppery (Netherlands) offers verified European brands, Dropea covers Spain, Portugal and Italy with cash on delivery, and BrandsGateway and Brands Distribution supply designer fashion from European stock. For print on demand made in the UK, look at Teemill, Inkthreadable and BookVault.
European customers increasingly avoid stores that ship from outside Europe: delivery takes longer, and since the EU and UK changed their VAT rules in 2021, low-value imports no longer avoid tax. A supplier with stock in Europe gives faster delivery, simpler returns and fewer surprises at the door.
European dropshipping suppliers at a glance
| Supplier | Type | Ships from | Pricing | Integrations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avasam | Dropshipping Platform / App | United Kingdom | Free plan + paid | Amazon, eBay, Shopify, WooCommerce |
| Droppery | Dropshipping Platform / App | Netherlands, Europe | Subscription | Shopify, WooCommerce |
| Dropea | Dropshipping Platform / App | Spain, Italy | Contact supplier | Shopify, WooCommerce |
| BrandsGateway | Dropshipping Platform / App | Europe | Subscription, no minimum | Shopify, WooCommerce |
| Brands Distribution | Wholesaler / Distributor | Italy | Contact supplier, no minimum | API |
| Appscenic | Dropshipping Platform / App | USA, UK, EU, Canada | Subscription | Amazon, eBay, Shopify, WooCommerce |
| ONE-DC (EDC Wholesale) | Wholesaler / Distributor | Netherlands | Contact supplier | Shopify, WooCommerce |
| Incom Group | Wholesaler / Distributor | Poland | Trade account | Feeds / contact |
| Teemill | Print on Demand | United Kingdom | Contact supplier | Shopify |
| Inkthreadable | Print on Demand | United Kingdom | Contact supplier, no minimum | eBay, Etsy, Shopify, WooCommerce |
| BookVault | Print on Demand | United Kingdom | Contact supplier | Shopify, WooCommerce |
Multi-supplier platforms
- Avasam (UK): UK marketplace of verified, VAT-registered suppliers; products ship from UK warehouses, usually within a few working days. Free plan and paid tiers.
- Droppery (Netherlands): selective B2B platform that works only with verified European brands and wholesalers, approved per retailer, with Shopify and WooCommerce integrations and an API.
- Dropea (Spain): suppliers in Spain, Portugal and Italy, built around cash-on-delivery sales, which remain popular in Southern Europe.
- Appscenic (UK): suppliers in the UK, EU, USA and Canada in one marketplace.
Fashion and designer brands
BrandsGateway offers more than 46,000 products from 700+ designer and premium brands, shipped from European warehouses worldwide. Brands Distribution is an Italian B2B fashion wholesaler with dropshipping, CSV feeds and an API, and no minimum order. See best clothing dropshipping suppliers.
Specialist distributors
- Incom Group (Poland): IT and electronics for businesses, 30,000+ products, dropshipping including abroad.
- ONE-DC (Netherlands): adult products and lingerie with dropshipping feeds, an API and store integrations, for B2B customers.
We also list Dutch home and garden suppliers Clayre & Eef and Esschert Design (being verified).
Print on demand in the UK
- Teemill: organic cotton, renewable energy and a take-back model.
- Inkthreadable: ethical apparel, white-label shipping, no minimums.
- BookVault: books, hardbacks and special editions on demand.
Tools for European sellers
Base (formerly BaseLinker), from Poland, connects marketplaces, store platforms, couriers and wholesalers, and its Base Connect feature links you with wholesalers that also use Base. It is especially popular in Central and Eastern Europe.
VAT basics for dropshipping in Europe
This is general information, not tax advice; check with an accountant for your situation.
- EU: since July 2021, VAT is due on all goods imported into the EU, including low-value parcels. Sellers can use the Import One-Stop Shop (IOSS) for consignments up to €150 to collect VAT at checkout. Distance sales within the EU above an EU-wide threshold of €10,000 a year are taxed in the customer’s country, usually declared through the One-Stop Shop (OSS).
- UK: since January 2021, VAT on consignments up to £135 sent to UK customers is charged at the point of sale, and overseas sellers may need to register for UK VAT.
- Using suppliers inside your market (UK suppliers for UK customers, EU suppliers for EU customers) avoids import VAT and customs at delivery.
Frequently asked questions
Is dropshipping legal in the EU and UK?
Yes. You must follow consumer law (including the 14-day right of withdrawal for most online purchases), product safety rules and VAT obligations.
What is the best dropshipping supplier for the UK?
Avasam focuses on UK-based, VAT-registered suppliers. For apparel and books, UK print-on-demand companies Teemill, Inkthreadable and BookVault print locally.
Can I use US suppliers for European customers?
You can, but customers may face longer delivery times and import charges unless VAT is collected at checkout. European stock is usually the better experience.
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