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Importing a car to Nigeria from US auctions

What it costs, which cars you're allowed to bring in, and the documents you'll need — before you bid on Copart or IAAI.

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Customs cost to Nigeria

Import duty20% of customs value (+15% levy)
Excisesedan: $0 · suv: $0 · pickup: $0
VAT8%
Clearing (typical)~$400

Estimates — the exact all-in figure (auction fees + US inland + ocean + these customs) is on the calculator, in NGN.

Which titles can you import to Nigeria?

Clean title
Clean title — registers normally.
Salvage title
Salvage — importable, needs inspection/re-registration.
Rebuilt / prior salvage
Rebuilt — usually registers after inspection.
Flood / water damage
Flood damage — check corrosion/electrics; some registries restrict.
Parts only / non-repairable
Parts-only — most countries won't register it for road use.

Key rules

Age limitUsed-vehicle age policy applies (commonly ~12 years); confirm the current NCS limit before bidding.
SteeringLeft-hand drive only.
Salvage / damageAccident/salvage cars are commonly imported and rebuilt; verify the title is not a total 'certificate of destruction'.
Clearing timeLagos (Tin Can/Apapa) — clearing time varies widely; budget for demurrage.

Documents you'll need

  • US title
  • Bill of lading
  • Form M / import declaration
  • SONCAP where required

Nigeria import — questions & answers

How much does it cost to import a car to Nigeria?

On top of the winning bid you pay auction fees, US inland transport, ocean freight and Nigeria customs — import duty 20%, VAT 8%, plus excise. Use our calculator for the exact all-in figure in your currency, before you bid.

Can I import a salvage or rebuilt car to Nigeria?

Accident/salvage cars are commonly imported and rebuilt; verify the title is not a total 'certificate of destruction'.

Is there an age limit for importing a car to Nigeria?

Used-vehicle age policy applies (commonly ~12 years); confirm the current NCS limit before bidding.

Left-hand or right-hand drive for Nigeria?

Left-hand drive only.

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