How do I set up Depop in Australia?

Download Depop from the App Store, sign up with email or Apple ID, pick a username (this becomes your @handle), upload a profile picture, write a short bio, and connect a payout account. Depop in Australia pays out via PayPal or direct deposit to an Australian bank account. You need to verify your identity with a photo ID for payouts above a low threshold. Set up takes 10 minutes.

What sells best on Depop Australia?

Vintage clothing, Y2K, streetwear, designer secondhand, denim (Levi's vintage), branded sportswear (vintage Nike, Adidas), thrifted band tees, second-hand designer bags, vintage homewares, sneakers (deadstock or grail-tier), and curated style closets. The Depop audience skews 18–28, fashion-conscious, looking for items they can't easily find in Australian retail. Generic fast-fashion clearance does poorly.

What do I pay in fees on Depop Australia?

Australian sellers pay 10% selling fee on item + shipping, plus payment processing (~3.3% + $0.45 per transaction). US and UK sellers had the 10% fee removed in 2024 but Australia was not included. On a $50 AUD sale with $10 shipping, that's about $8.43 in fees, ~14% of gross. Full breakdown in our Depop Fees Australia 2026 article.

How do I photograph items for Depop?

Natural daylight, plain background (white wall or hardwood floor works), 4 images minimum, model the item on yourself or on a hanger. Depop's culture rewards curated aesthetic photos — flat-lay on a clean background outperforms generic catalogue shots. Show the brand label clearly, any flaws honestly, and a measurement reference (a coin or a ruler) for size.

What's the shipping situation in Australia?

Sellers ship via Australia Post or Sendle and charge buyers shipping at checkout. Standard domestic Australia Post small parcel is around $9–$14 AUD depending on weight and zone. Sendle is competitive for under-3kg packages. Always charge the buyer at least what you'll actually pay; many beginner Depop AU sellers undercharge shipping and lose money on the postage.

How do I handle returns and disputes on Depop?

Depop allows returns for misrepresented items only (wrong size from listed, undisclosed damage, fake brand). 'Changed my mind' is not a valid return. If a dispute reaches Depop staff, they review messages, photos, and tracking. Document everything in the listing — measurements, flaws, materials — so you can defend the sale. Keep tracking numbers for all shipments.

Do I need an ABN to sell on Depop in Australia?

Not for hobby-level selling (occasional, personal items). For business-level reselling, you may need an ABN, and GST registration becomes mandatory at $75,000 AUD annual turnover. This is general info, not tax advice — speak to a registered tax agent if your activity is regular and organised.

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Last updated: 14 June 2026

How to Sell on Depop in Australia (2026)

14 June 2026Selling7 min read

Selling on Depop in Australia in 2026 is straightforward but the 10% fee that US and UK sellers had removed in 2024 still applies here. Plan on ~14% combined fee on every sale (10% selling + 3.3% + $0.45 processing). The Depop audience skews 18–28, fashion-focused, and rewards curated aesthetic listings over generic catalogue shots. This guide walks through set-up, what sells, photographing, shipping, and what beginner Australian sellers most often get wrong.

How to set up Depop in Australia (10–15 minutes)

Download Depop from the App Store and sign up with email or Apple ID.
Pick a username (your @handle, permanent — make it stylish and easy to remember).
Upload a profile photo (your face or a curated brand logo).
Write a 150-character bio: where you ship from, what you sell, response time.
Connect payout (Australian bank account or PayPal). Verify ID — required for payouts above a low threshold.
Add a saved listing template so future listings move faster.

Setup takes 10–15 minutes. The bottleneck is ID verification if you're a brand new account; it can take 24–48 hours.

What to sell on Depop Australia (best sellers in 2026)

Vintage clothing — Levi's 501/505 pre-1990, vintage band tees, Y2K mesh and low-rise denim, 90s streetwear (include measurements and condition upfront to sell faster)
Designer secondhand — second-hand handbags (verified authentic), designer denim, vintage Burberry, Comme des Garçons
Branded sportswear vintage — vintage Nike, Adidas Originals, Reebok, Fila
Curated style closets — collections that have a clear aesthetic identity attract repeat buyers
Sneakers — deadstock or grail-tier; resale prices on Depop tend to be lower than dedicated sneaker sites but the audience is broader
Australian-made vintage — RM Williams, vintage AKA, Country Road pre-2010, Driza-Bone

What doesn't sell well: fast-fashion clearance (Shein, Pretty Little Thing — better on Marketplace), basic non-branded items, anything with stains or major flaws, men's underwear/swimwear (always a struggle on Depop).

5-photo listing template that converts

Hero shot — front of item, natural light, plain background, item flat or modelled
Back / second angle
Brand label close-up (validates authenticity for branded items)
Material/care label
Any flaws (a stain, a small hole, faded section) — honest photography prevents returns

Add a 6th photo modelled on yourself if possible — Depop buyers prefer styled shots that show fit and drape.

How to price on Depop (fee math + examples)

The mistake new Australian Depop sellers make: pricing as if Depop will only take 10%, then being shocked when they receive ~85% of gross. Read the full fee breakdown in our Depop Fees Australia 2026 article for line-by-line worked examples. The actual maths on a $40 AUD listing with $10 shipping:

Line	AUD
Item sold	$40.00
Shipping charged	$10.00
Gross	$50.00
10% Depop fee	−$5.00
Payment processing (~3.3% + $0.45)	−$2.10
Seller net	$42.90

$42.90 minus what shipping actually cost you (often $12, more than the $10 you charged) minus what you paid for the item leaves the real profit. Read the full fee breakdown at Depop Fees Australia 2026.

Shipping options & costs for Depop Australia sellers

Three practical options:

Australia Post — standard small parcel ~$9–$14 AUD (check exact rates with Australia Post's price finder). Tracked and reliable; default for most sellers.
Sendle — competitive on weight up to 3kg, good for soft goods. Sometimes cheaper than Australia Post; sometimes not. Compare per parcel.
Australia Post satchel pre-paid — buy a bulk pack at the post office for cost predictability. Useful if you ship 5+ items per week.

Always charge the buyer at least what you'll actually pay, plus a small packaging buffer (postage cost + $1–2 for the mailer). New sellers commonly charge $8 and pay $12, losing $4 per sale on shipping alone.

What to expect in your first 10 Depop sales (timeline & tips)

Common first-sale advice from r/Depop threads (from Australian and international sellers):

The first sale takes 2–6 weeks for most new sellers. Patience is the bottleneck.
Listings refreshed regularly (relisting items that haven't sold) get more views. Depop favours active sellers.
Reply to buyer messages quickly (under 12 hours). Slow replies kill conversion.
Pack with care — wrap in tissue, include a small thank-you note. Repeat buyers fund a long-tail Depop career.
Track every item from purchase to sale. The Reseller Enthusiast (Kirra Thomas, Adelaide) publicly credited tracking discipline as the difference between $100K-Y1 and breaking even.

FAQ

Can I sell internationally from Depop Australia?

Yes — Depop lets buyers in other countries see your listings, and you choose whether to ship internationally. International shipping from Australia is expensive; most casual sellers stay domestic.

How will eBay's acquisition of Depop affect Australian sellers?

The acquisition was announced February 2026, expected to close end of Q3 2026. As of June 2026 there's no announced change to Australian Depop fees. eBay Australia separately abolished private seller fees in May 2026 — see How to Sell on eBay Australia (2026).

Should I sell on Depop or Vinted in Australia?

Vinted has not launched in Australia as of June 2026. Re-check quarterly.

How do I deal with offer-and-flake buyers?

Set offer expiry windows (Depop lets you accept offers manually). Don't hold an item for a buyer who hasn't paid. First-come, first-served.

About the author

Oleksandr Prudnikov builds FlipperHelper, a free iOS profit tracker for resellers. Depop-Australia specifics in this article reference Depop's official fee page, r/Depop threads where Australian sellers discuss their experience, and the Reselling Enthusiast (Kirra Thomas, Adelaide) publicly documented op-shop-to-Depop flow.

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