Nigeria Import Regulations

Key Shipping Information

• • Destination Ports: Apapa and Lagos
• • Time of Shipment: 34-44 Days (RORO)
• • Vessel Schedule: Monthly (RORO)
• • Shipping Line: 3MO Shipping & Trading Company Limited

Vehicle Import Rules & Regulations

• • Only Left-hand drive (LHD) vehicles are permitted for import into Nigeria.

Import Duties and Taxes

• • Cars: 30%
• • Buses: 15%
• • Trucks: 30%
• • CKD (Complete Knocked Down) Vehicles: 5%

Required Documentation for Used Cars Import

• • Bill of Lading (BOL): Must include all relevant vehicle information such as the chassis number, engine number, year of manufacture, cubic capacity, brand, and model.
• • Bill of Entry: A Bill of Entry is required for customs clearance upon arrival in Nigeria.
• • Marine Insurance Policy: A marine insurance policy, issued by a Nigerian insurance company, is required.
• • Evidence of Payment of VAT: Proof of VAT payment is necessary for clearance.
• • Approved Form M: Form M must be processed through any authorized commercial/merchant bank in Nigeria. The Form M should be delivered to the appointed inspection agent's liaison office for the required checks.

Additional Notes

• • Customs Clearance: Form M is essential and must be processed with the relevant documents before shipment. Customs clearance is conducted through the Nigerian Customs Service.
• • Vehicle Registration: Once the vehicle arrives and clears customs, you will need to register the vehicle with the Nigerian Vehicle Licensing Authority.
• • Inspection at Ports: While there is no inspection requirement before shipping, the vehicle may undergo inspection at Nigerian ports.
• • Import Permit: Import permits and Form M should be processed and submitted before shipping.
• • Transit Time: The typical RORO shipping time is around 34-44 days, depending on the port of departure.