can i start US based dropshipping possible from INDIA

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Topic summary

An Indian entrepreneur is exploring how to launch and operate a US/UK-focused dropshipping business from India, specifically seeking guidance on payment processing with minimal fees and no daily limits.

Key recommendations provided:

  • Platform & Setup: Use Shopify for store creation; consider forming a US LLC for easier payment processing and tax handling, though not immediately required

  • Suppliers: Leverage platforms like AliExpress, CJ Dropshipping, or Zendrop that ship directly to US/UK customers with reasonable delivery times

  • Payment Solutions: For Indian residents, Payoneer, Razorpay, or PayPal are viable options. Stripe and Shopify Payments typically require a US/UK business entity. Payoneer is highlighted for avoiding daily transaction limits

  • Costs: Expect transaction fees around 2.9% + $0.30 per sale, plus currency conversion fees of 2-4% when transferring to Indian banks

  • Marketing: Start with organic social media (Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest) before investing in paid ads on Facebook, Google, or TikTok

The discussion remains open regarding which specific payment processor offers the best balance of low hassle, minimal transaction costs, and favorable conversion rates.

Summarized with AI on October 29. AI used: claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929.
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hallo im wondering if its possible to start and manage a US+UK based dropshipping buisness from INDIA , if yea then how would it work , how can i start, how would i recive the payments (preferably with no daily limit) ,which processers do you reccomed which are best for begginers(not looking to invest huge capital),is there a proessing or coversion fee.

thanks additonally it would be really favoured if you could give a detailed answer

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Hi @pawster

Yes, you can start and manage a US/UK-based dropshipping business from India. Here’s how you can do it:

  1. Business Setup: Use Shopify to create your store and choose a niche with demand in the US/UK. You don’t need to register a business in these countries immediately, but having a legal entity (like an LLC in the US) can help with tax and payment processing.
  2. Suppliers: Use platforms like AliExpress, CJ Dropshipping, or Zendrop to find suppliers who can ship directly to customers in the US/UK. Ensure they have reasonable shipping times.
  3. Payments: Shopify Payments (if available), Stripe, and PayPal are good options. However, Stripe requires a US/UK business entity. As an Indian resident, you can use Payoneer, Razorpay, or PayPal to receive payments. Payoneer helps with international transactions and avoids daily limits in most cases.
  4. Processing & Conversion Fees: Payment gateways charge a transaction fee (usually 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction for Stripe/PayPal). If using an Indian bank, currency conversion fees may apply (typically 2-4%).
  5. Marketing: Run targeted Facebook, Google, or TikTok ads for US/UK audiences. Start with organic marketing (Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest) to test demand before investing in ads.

Hope this helps :slightly_smiling_face:

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which payment vendor do you reccomend as the best one im talking min hassel , transaction cost , and least conversion cost so in short which one is hassel free(the most hassel free one ) and which gives me the most money at the end

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Hi @pawster ,

you can definitely start and run a US+UK dropshipping business from India — a lot of people are doing this successfully.

There’s a guide inside ProfitTribe by TrueProfit that goes into this exact topic. It explains:

  • How to set up your store to target international markets

  • Which payment processors work best for India-based sellers (like PayPal, Stripe alternatives, and how to get access)

  • How to avoid daily limits and deal with currency conversion fees

  • Step-by-step examples from other beginners doing the same

It also covers tools you can use to keep costs low while still running things smoothly. Join ProfitTribe through the link under this post or right on my profile.