Dutch flavors in Australia? Dutch Expat Shop makes it possible

For Dutch and Belgians living in Australia, homesickness for familiar products often persists. From chocolate sprinkles for breakfast to stroopwafels with coffee and real Dutch licorice in the evening — some flavors are simply irreplaceable. Fortunately, it is now becoming even more attractive to bring favorite products from the Netherlands and Belgium to Australia.

The new trade agreement between the European Union and Australia creates additional opportunities for export and international trade. The agreement, finalized in March 2026, ensures that more than 99% of import duties on EU exports to Australia will be eliminated. This makes it easier and more attractive to export European products to Australia.

For customers of Dutch Expat Shop, this means good news.

More possibilities for Dutch and Belgian products

Australia has been popular among Dutch and Belgian expats for years. At the same time, the demand for authentic European products is also growing there. Think of:

• Dutch cookies and candy
• Belgian chocolate
• Dutch sauces and spices
• Typical supermarket products from home
• Seasonal products around Sinterklaas, Christmas, and Easter

Thanks to the new trade agreement, shipments between Europe and Australia can proceed more smoothly.

A piece of home, on the other side of the world

For many expats, it is not just about groceries, but also about feelings. A pack of speculaas, a bag of Autodrop, or a jar of Calvé peanut butter immediately brings back memories of home.

Australia is literally on the other side of the world, but online shopping makes the distance much smaller. Through Dutch Expat Shop, Australians and expats can easily order products that are often difficult to obtain locally.

Due to the improved trade relationship between the EU and Australia, it is expected that European products will become more accessible to Australian consumers.

Dutch Expat Shop responds to growing demand

The demand for authentic Dutch and Belgian products in Australia has been growing for years. Expats seek familiar flavors, but Australian consumers are also increasingly discovering European specialties. Dutch Expat Shop responds to this with a wide range of well-known brands and typical Dutch favorites. From confectionery to supermarket products and gift boxes: the webshop brings a piece of the Netherlands and Belgium to Australia.

With the new trade opportunities between the EU and Australia, the future of international shipping of Dutch products to Australia seems only to be growing.