FAQ
Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our export solutions and services for fashion, sport, and lifestyle brands expanding into Europe.
Yes! You can join our free webinar on September 4, hosted in collaboration with the Canadian Apparel Federation. During the session, we’ll explain how Gateway to Europe supports Canadian fashion, sport, and lifestyle brands entering the European and UK markets. You’ll learn how we help with logistics, customs, VAT, warehousing, returns, and more, all managed from our central hub in the Netherlands. Copy this link to register for the webinar; https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_GHFT72XmR7qEWdkmbT_G6A#/registration
To start exporting your brand to Europe, simply contact us to schedule a free intake meeting. In this session, we’ll assess your goals and market potential. Then we conduct a Quick Scan using a structured questionnaire to identify the key requirements for your entry into the European market. Based on the outcome, we create a personalized roadmap outlining the necessary export services, such as logistics, compliance, VAT, or marketing strategy. With Gateway to Europe, you receive expert guidance every step of the way to successfully expand your fashion, sport or lifestyle brand into the EU.
Gateway to Europe offers a full-service export solution for non-European fashion, sport and lifestyle brands that want to sell their products in Europe. We provide expert guidance in all key areas of European market entry, including: - Marketing and sales strategy - Logistics and fulfilment - Customs and VAT compliance - Financial organization and credit management - Regulations and product compliance in the EU With our network of specialized partners across Europe, we help you navigate every step of your export journey, efficiently and successfully.
Gateway to Europe provides a complete range of services to support non-European fashion, sport and lifestyle brands with exporting to Europe. Our services cover every aspect of successful market entry and include tailor-made European marketing and sales solutions. End-to-end logistics and fulfilment services. Customs clearance and VAT representation. Finance and credit management support. Compliance and EU regulation guidance for your products. With one trusted partner, you gain access to all essential export services needed to grow your brand in the European market.
Gateway to Europe is the trusted export partner for fashion, sport and lifestyle brands looking to expand into the European market. With in-depth knowledge of the European retail and logistics landscape, we help you save time and reduce costs while navigating complex EU regulations and supply chains. Our experienced team and network of specialized partners offer integrated support in key areas such as logistics, compliance, VAT, marketing, and fulfilment. You receive expert guidance and hands-on solutions, tailored to your brand’s specific needs.
An initial intake and general advice from Gateway to Europe are free of charge. For the Quick Scan, including a tailored roadmap, export strategy advice, and ongoing guidance during your European market entry project, a cost-covering fee of €5.000 applies. This fee ensures you receive expert support throughout your export journey, helping you successfully expand your fashion, sport or lifestyle brand into Europe.
The duration depends on your company’s readiness and the complexity of your export project. After the initial intake and Quick Scan, Gateway to Europe creates a roadmap with clear steps and timelines tailored to your brand. This ensures a structured and efficient European market entry process.
Gateway to Europe works with brands of various sizes in the fashion, sport, and lifestyle sectors. The Quick Scan process identifies your company’s specific needs so that the support and services offered align with your scale and objectives.
Gateway to Europe offers logistic services including warehousing, storage, and returns management from its central location in the Netherlands. This includes handling inbound and outbound processes and return flows to ensure efficient fulfilment within Europe.
Yes. Gateway to Europe advises on product compliance, EU regulations, customs and VAT matters to ensure your brand meets all legal requirements for the European market.
Yes. Gateway to Europe provides continuous support beyond the initial market entry. After the Quick Scan and roadmap, the company offers ongoing guidance in marketing, logistics, compliance, and finance to ensure your brand’s successful growth and adaptation in the European market.