Dropshipping from China to Australia

Struggling to find a RELIABLE guide on how to start dropshipping from China to Australia? 

Well, it ends now…

At Leeline Sourcing, we’ve been in the eCommerce industry for the past 10 years. And we’ll show you how to start dropshipping from China. Plus, how to scale your business to seven figures and beyond. 

This guide covers the following:

• How dropshipping from China to Australia works
• Benefits of dropshipping from China to Australia
• What mistakes should you avoid when dropshipping from China
• Tips to succeed in dropshipping from China to Australia

Let’s get started…

How does dropshipping from China to Australia work? 

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how Australian dropshipping works: 

Step 1) Find TRENDING dropshipping products in Australia

But before that…

I filter out the GOOD FROM THE CRAP. It involves getting a LIST of top selling products. Sometimes, I target upcoming SEASONAL products to get better results.

You spot a winning product using this ‘millionaire’ checklist: 

• Consistent demand- people should badly desire your product.
• Low saturation- You won’t break out if the competition is too high!
• Unique value proposition. What makes your product outshine the most ferocious competition? Is it a better warranty or a stellar design?

Alright, Picasso! Now how do I find this ‘winning’ product? 

Google is your BEST FRIEND. Especially when you are just starting out. 

Pretend you want to find out what beauty products are trending in Australia. 

Just head over to Google Trends Australia. And enter your search term as Australia. BAM- You get an extensive range of beauty items currently trending. For example:

Alternatively, you can hit us up at Leeline Sourcing. And we’ll find you your next best seller in NO TIME. Instead of relying on your gut feeling to find a specific product.

Step 2) Select the BEST supplier (from China)

Dropshipping suppliers are the lifeblood of your online business. The oxygen. 

That’s why you need a supplier who will always deliver. No excuses given!

You separate RELIABLE suppliers from FAKE ones by checking:

• Positive reviews
• Business Policies
• Product range
• Customer service
• Shipping times

If the supplier ticks all boxes, then you pick them to be your official supplier. 

TIP. Have multiple suppliers to be on the safe side. Just in case one of them experiences stock shortages or production delays. That ensures your online store is ALWAYS operational regardless of the situation. 

We recommend finding suppliers from AliExpress since it’s easier to check credibility.

Also, AliExpress allows you to filter supplier locations. Say from China to Australia with a click of a button.

What I do in finding a RELIABLE supplier.

• Find on Alibaba.
• Check company details.
• Read reviews.
• Get samples.
• Close deal if everything is great.

This is an EXCELLENT way to find suppliers closer to your location. Thus reducing shipping time. And scaling your business through the roof.

Step 3) Build your online store and import products you intend to sell

We are assuming you don’t have an online store yet…

You build a customizable drop ship store using Shopify (Most recommended). Or Wix.

These websites let you build eCommerce platforms/stores with your names.

Also, you customize your store’s user interface to match your brand’s image. For instance, a pink theme would be appropriate for women’s apparel.

Now that you have your store, you can start importing products. You use the AliExpress dropshipping plugin. To DIRECTLY import products to your store.

Step 4) MARKET your store to Australian end customers

If there’s one thing we want to impress upon you, it’s the importance of marketing. 

A BRILLIANT marketing strategy guarantees (***DEEP BREATH***): 

• Increase in brand awareness
• Product visibility
• Repeated sales
• Higher profit margins

…and so MUCH MORE.

Here are the best ways to grab audiences by the jugular…And pull them to your store…and…almost force them to buy!

• Influencer marketing
• Promoted listings
• Email marketing
• PPC Ads
• Blogs- cost-effective compared to other techniques on this list

…much more on these later. 

I have tried the PPC ads. And I think nothing is better than that in terms of CONVERSION and revenue. They get you the BEST RESULTS.

Step 5) Fulfill customer orders

Congratulations! You are one step to completing your first sale. 

There are two ways to fulfill customer orders in this business model:

1. Automatic order fulfillment– using AutoDS. (a dropshipping software)
2. Manual order fulfillment. Involves filling in customer’s details manually on the supplier’s website. 

The supplier ships the product DIRECTLY to your customer. And customer leaves feedback on their satisfaction with your services. 

Suggested reading: Import Tax From China To US

Benefits of dropshipping from China to Australia

Australian dropshipping business is IMMENSELY profitable because of: 

• LOW TAX RATES. Australia considers all goods sold below $1000 as low-value products. Hence, they are duty-free according to Australian border laws. Awesome, right? 

However, if your Australian customers bring you more than $75,000+ in revenue. You MUST charge GST (Goods and Services Tax) even for low-value products. And that applies whether you are an eCommerce business owner from Australia. Or not.

• FREE REGISTRATION. Registering online stores in Australia is 100% FREE. Just apply for your Australian business number. (for Australian citizens). Choose an Australian domain, e.g., ‘.com.au’. Pay taxes and scale your dropshipping business. 

Selling process is so easy I am convinced to SELL in Australia . Sales are no doubt QUITE high making it possible to make more money with the HIGHER PROFITS.

• LOW PRODUCT COSTS. Most Chinese suppliers offer AFFORDABLE prices. Compared to Australian dropshipping suppliers. Plus, international shipping costs are low than dropshipping in Canada. Or Europe. That means you save more money to invest in your business.

Now let’s get into the common mistakes while dropshipping from China… 

What mistakes should you avoid when drop shipping from China?

Worrying too much about shipping costs

To be honest, shipping costs are not cheap. Yes, there are shipping options with lower prices. And yes, some deliver on time. But you need to prioritize a courier service with fast shipping to avoid delays. (although they are pretty expensive). 

Shipping cost is a HEADACHE. But I have a trick.

• Find 5-10 shipping companies.
• Compare prices for the GIVEN PRODUCTS. 
• Choose the LOWEST one.

Consider it as a small sacrifice you make to improve customer loyalty. So that they always come back for more. 

Anticipating overnight success

Get this — drop shipping is NOT a get-rich-quick scheme. 

It requires a lot of painstaking research to find products that will actually sell. Then create a BRILLIANT marketing strategy that will convert leads to customers.

Don’t just set up a store and expect customers to fall from the sky (Too much?…)

Inaccessible order information

‘Actions speak louder than words’

Don’t just guarantee customers you will ship products on time. Show them how you are going to do it. And DO IT!

Give them the exact shipping dates. Plus, accurate tracking numbers so they are aware of the product’s delivery journey.

Tips to succeed in dropshipping from China to Australia

Do you want to create a stampede of new customers to your business? And position yourself as an authority almost instantly, even if nobody’s heard of you? 

Here’s how…

1. Prioritize marketing and SEO

Let us reiterate:

Traffic is one of the KEY factors to the success of your drop shipping business. For sure.

If you don’t appear on the first or second page on Google, it’s over for you. Literally!

You start advertising your store using PPC (Pay Per Click) ads on different platforms. To get your feet wet in the Australian market.

PPC ads help you advertise your products on Google, Facebook, and Instagram. At a small rate fee each time a prospect clicks on your ads.

Apart from PPC ads, I use the specific keywords to rank in the SEARCH ENGINE. It gets me more sales and brings up HIGH RESULTS. Sales occur more frequently.

Also, you start posting blog posts to increase your store’s SEO. And start ranking on Google. 

And the best part…

Blog posts are 100% free!

2. Offer EXCEPTIONAL services

My customer retention is 70%.

The reason?

It is the EXCELLENT support before and after purchasing the products. Customers remain CONTENT with their purchase and do it again.

Customer satisfaction is FREE MARKETING. 

I tested this. Providing 

How? 

If customers are happy with your products. They will introduce your store to their circles. And the trend continues. 

Also, if they don’t like your products, they’ll let the entire world know. (through social media, of course). 

Hence you need to be proactive in sorting customer issues when things get messy. Including using your individual money to refund customers in case of faulty products. Or failed deliveries.

3. Focus on ONLY income-generating activities

Goes without saying: “20% of your efforts produce 80% of your revenue.” 

So stop wasting your precious time designing logos, email marketing, or selecting themes. Instead, focus on finding trending blog posts for your website. Or creating concepts for your next YouTube ads. 

Go ahead and spend the next six weeks finding the COOLEST website for them. Just don’t complain when you’ve not made any sales in 3 months! 

How to Find the Best Dropshipping Suppliers From China?

Search Engine Positioning is one of the MOST important factors in SEO. It helps optimize certain website pages to get better search engine results. For specific target keywords. 

Here’s an example of a web page optimized to show the best dropshipping suppliers in China.  

FAQs about Dropshipping from China to Australia

What’s Next

Building a successful Australia dropshipping business allows you to manifest your dreams. And you now have what it takes to take the Australian drop ship market by storm. 

You only need to build a website, find the right supplier, and start selling. Oh, and don’t forget to market your dropship store to compete with the big dawgs.

Are you looking forward to working with Chinese dropshipping suppliers? Or find your next winning product? PERFECT! Hit us up at any of our service pages. And our team will be in touch shortly.