Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) Explained: A Simpler Way to Order from the UK for EU Retailers

All EU orders are shipped Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) with DPD, fully tracked from dispatch to delivery for complete peace of mind.

At Something Different Wholesale, we offer Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) delivery on all EU orders, making it easier, clearer, and more reliable for European retailers to buy from the UK with confidence.

With DDP, there are no unexpected costs, no customs paperwork to manage, and no delays caused by unpaid charges. Everything is handled for you, upfront.

What Does Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) Mean?

Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) is an international shipping term that means the seller (that’s us) takes full responsibility for customs and import charges.

In simple terms:

• We handle customs clearance
• We pay import duties and customs charges
• We manage import VAT, where applicable

The price you see at checkout is the price you pay, and the stock you order is delivered straight to your door.

No delays. No surprise courier invoices. No hidden fees. No paperwork headaches.

How Our DDP Service Works:

When you place an order with Something Different Wholesale for delivery to the EU:

• All customs charges and duties are included in your order
• We ship directly from the UK to your business address
• There are no additional charges on delivery
• Your order moves smoothly through customs without delay

This service applies to all EU destinations, regardless of order size.

Clear Pricing, No Surprises

One of the biggest benefits of Delivery Duty Paid shipping is price certainty.

Because all import costs are handled upfront:

• You can accurately calculate margins
• There are no unexpected courier payment requests
• Your finance and purchasing teams have full clarity

What you order is exactly what you pay.

Fast, Reliable EU Delivery

Our DDP model isn’t just about simplicity, it also supports fast and reliable EU delivery.

Because customs charges are prepaid and paperwork is completed in advance:

• We can deliver your order within 5–7 working days from placing the order
• Orders move smoothly across borders
• Customs-related delays are reduced
• Stock arrives when you expect it
• Orders are shipped with DPD, providing full tracking from dispatch to delivery for complete peace of mind

This is especially important for seasonal ranges, fast-moving bestsellers, and new product launches.

Order from the UK with Confidence

With Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), there’s no need to worry about customs, duties, or unexpected costs when ordering from the UK.

Simply choose your products, place your order, and let us handle the rest.

Ordering from the UK has never been this straightforward for EU customers.

If you’d like to learn more about our DDP delivery service or place an order visit our EU Orders page here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who delivers my EU order?

All EU orders are shipped with DPD, providing full tracking from dispatch to delivery.

Will I need to pay customs charges on delivery?

No. All customs duties, import charges and applicable VAT are included upfront under our Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) service.

Are there any hidden fees?

  No. The price you see at checkout is exactly what you pay.