Fulfilment in the Netherlands

eCommerce fulfilment and 3PL warehouse in the Netherlands. At Europe’s gateway.

Use a 3PL warehouse in the Netherlands to store your stock and ship to the Benelux, Germany and the rest of the EU. Waredock handles pick & pack, apparel and returns, assembly and kitting, B2B orders and fulfilment for bol, Zalando and Amazon, all on one platform.

eCommerce fulfilment warehouse in the Netherlands
€35.7BDutch online consumer spending in 2025 (Thuiswinkel Markt Monitor)
94%of Dutch internet users shop online, the EU’s highest (Eurostat)
1–2 daystypical transit to Germany from our Dutch sites
2 daysto get your fulfilment proposal
Fashion & apparel

Apparel fulfilment in the Netherlands.

Fashion brands use Dutch warehouses to serve the Benelux and Germany quickly. We handle size and colour variants, hanging and folded goods, fast returns processing and restocking, and Zalando and bol order flows, so returned items are back on sale fast.

Fashion & accessories fulfilment

Assembly & kitting

Assembly and fulfilment for eCommerce.

Light assembly, bundles, gift sets, subscription boxes and display builds, done in the warehouse before dispatch. One partner for assembly, storage and shipping keeps lead times short and stock accurate.

Value-added services

Why the Netherlands

Why a 3PL warehouse in the Netherlands? Small country, giant reach.

Fulfilment warehouse

Gateway by sea and air

Rotterdam, Europe’s largest port, and Schiphol, a top air-cargo hub, give reliable EU-wide access and stable capacity for imports.

Technology-driven logistics

Next-day Benelux, fast Germany

Dense road, rail and barge corridors into Germany, Belgium and France make next-day Benelux and quick cross-border delivery possible.

Product fulfilment

Mature eCommerce demand

Dutch shoppers spent €35.7 billion online in 2025, and 94% of internet users shop online, the highest share in the EU.

Warehouse operations

Import-friendly VAT rules

Businesses with a Dutch Article 23 licence can defer import VAT to their VAT return instead of paying it at the border, which helps cash flow for non-EU brands.

Network

Dutch logistics hubs in our network.

Our connected sites sit on the Netherlands’ multimodal spine, from deep-sea ports to the border with Germany.

Rotterdam–Rijnmond

Europe’s main import gateway for FCL and LCL intake and deconsolidation, with barge and rail for low-cost replenishment inland.

Amsterdam / Schiphol

Air-led parcel performance with late cut-offs, rapid returns handling and instant reach into the Randstad.

Tilburg–Waalwijk

The eCommerce distribution cluster of Central Brabant: automation expertise, high-SKU pick & pack and reliable peak capacity.

Venlo–Venray

Border hub to Germany with trimodal links, enabling consistent 1–2 day DACH delivery and value-added services.

Delivery

Delivery across the Benelux and beyond.

Primary coverage includes Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, Eindhoven, Tilburg, Groningen, Breda, Arnhem and Nijmegen, plus nearby Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg and northern France. Typical transit is 1–2 business days to Germany and 2–3 to Austria, Switzerland and the Benelux.

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Know before you sell

Selling in the Netherlands: what to know.

  • VAT registration. Storing stock in a Dutch warehouse generally means registering for VAT in the Netherlands.
  • Article 23 licence. Non-EU brands importing through the Netherlands can apply for import VAT deferment, often via a fiscal representative.
  • Packaging (Afvalfonds). Producers and importers of packaged goods have reporting and, above set thresholds, fee obligations under Dutch packaging rules.
  • Marketplaces. bol is the leading marketplace in the Netherlands and Flanders, and expects Dutch-language listings and next-day delivery.
  • Delivery expectations. Dutch shoppers expect next-day delivery and easy returns, often to parcel lockers and pick-up points.
How it works

From first request to every order shipped. Five steps.

  1. 01

    Tell us what you ship.

    About 3 minutes.

  2. 02

    Get your proposal.

    Within 2 business days.

  3. 03

    Connect and onboard.

    Free store and marketplace integration.

  4. 04

    Send your stock.

    To our warehouse in the Netherlands.

  5. 05

    Ship, track and return.

    Orders go out every day.

Industries

Brands we fulfil for. In the categories that ship the most.

FAQ

Fulfilment in the Netherlands: common questions.

Related: Netherlands logistics market 2027: trends and outlook · Top marketplaces in Europe · Fulfilment in Germany

What does eCommerce fulfilment in the Netherlands include?

Receiving and storing your stock, picking and packing orders, shipping with Dutch and international carriers, returns, B2B shipments, and value-added services such as kitting and light assembly.

Do you offer apparel fulfilment in the Netherlands?

Yes. We handle fashion and apparel with size and colour variants, fast returns processing and restocking, and Zalando and bol order flows.

How fast is delivery from the Netherlands to Germany?

Typical transit from our Dutch sites is 1–2 business days to Germany and 2–3 business days to Austria, Switzerland and the rest of the Benelux, with express options available.

Can non-EU brands use a Dutch warehouse?

Yes. Many non-EU brands import through Rotterdam or Schiphol and store stock in the Netherlands. An Article 23 licence, often via a fiscal representative, lets them defer import VAT.

What is a 3PL warehouse in the Netherlands?

A 3PL (third-party logistics) warehouse stores your goods and handles fulfilment for you: receiving, storage, pick and pack, shipping and returns, with stock visible in real time. With Waredock you use warehouse space in the Netherlands without leasing a building or hiring staff.

How do I choose a 3PL in the Netherlands?

Compare location and delivery times to the Benelux and Germany, shop and marketplace integrations such as bol and Zalando, returns handling, B2B capabilities, service levels and the full cost per order for your order profile.

Can I rent warehouse space in the Netherlands short term?

Yes. You can store pallets or shelf stock for a season, a launch or overflow, and pay per pallet or shelf location used, without a long lease.

How much does fulfilment in the Netherlands cost?

Pricing depends on your products, order volumes, storage needs and carriers; our guide to fulfilment costs explains the typical fees. Tell us what you ship and we send a proposal within 2 business days.

Sell across the Benelux from a Dutch warehouse. Get your proposal within 2 business days.