Freight Forwarding in Nigeria
West Africa's economic powerhouse and gateway to 400M+ West African consumers. We manage imports through Lagos with full Nigeria Customs clearance and regional distribution.
Major Ports & Airports
Port of Lagos (Apapa, Tincan) NGLOS
Nigeria's only deep-water port (1.5+ million TEU/year). Severely congested. 7–14 day clearance typical.
Murtala Muhammad International Airport DNMM
Lagos's main cargo hub (500,000+ metric tons/year). West Africa gateway.
Murtala Muhammad DNMM
Lagos airport — international cargo terminal.
Nnamdi Azikiwe DNAB
Abuja airport — international cargo terminal.
Services Available for Nigeria
Industries we move into Nigeria
Sectors where we have repeat shipper history into this market. Each link opens our domain expertise page.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shipping to
What documents are needed to ship to Nigeria?
Required documents include a Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Form M, SONCAP Product Certificate, and Pre-Arrival Assessment Report (PAAR).
How long does ocean freight take to Nigeria?
Ocean freight from the US East Coast to Lagos takes 20-28 days. Air freight to Lagos (LOS) takes 2-4 business days.
What are Nigeria's main ports?
Lagos ports (Apapa and Tin Can Island) handle over 80% of imports. Murtala Muhammed International Airport is the primary cargo hub.
What customs duties apply in Nigeria?
ECOWAS CET rates from 0-35% apply. 7.5% VAT plus CISS (1%), Surcharge (7%), and ECOWAS levy. Import prohibition lists apply to certain goods.
Does Suaid Global handle SONCAP?
Yes, Suaid Global assists with SONCAP certification including product testing, documentation, and coordination with SON for regulated imports.
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