Shipping a car to Nigeria from the USA could be tricky, especially if you don’t know how to go about it. There are certain details you need to know to reduce the stress of the entire process, some of which includes price, sailing dates, departure ports etc. If you don’t know about these, then this article is for you. Read on!
Nigeria is a huge market for foreign used vehicles. Truth is, the majority of the cars in the automarket of Nigeria were actually shipped from the USA. Any Nigerian can buy and ship cars from the USA to Nigeria. You just need to be willing to bear the burden that comes with it, however, you can save yourself this hassle by allowing credible car shipping agencies to help you with the entire process.
Pricing: Cost Of Shipping Your Car From USA To Nigeria
The cost of shipping is dependent on various factors. These include:
- the type of car you want to ship. Pricing for a car you want to ship from the USA is dependent on the type, year and model. Also, the size of the vehicle matters. It costs more to ship a larger vehicle like trunks, SUVs compared to a compact sedan.
- the method of transport to the shipping port,
- which part of the USA you plan to ship it from, and which method you choose. For example, it costs less to ship from the East Coast than the West Coast. So it will cost more if you are departing out of Freeport TX than Newark, NJ.
Generally, you can reduce the shipping cost by choosing shipping ports closer to your car dealer in the USA.
The price list from various parts of the USA are shown below;
| Departure Port to Nigeria | Approximate Price |
| Ship Car from Wilmington, Delaware to Nigeria | $970 – $1300 |
| Ship Car from Long Beach, CA, California to Nigeria | $1650 to $1850.00 (Shared container only) |
| Ship Car from Galveston, TX to Nigeria | $1095.00 – $1450 |
| Ship Car from Jacksonville, Florida to Nigeria | $995 – $1350 |
| Ship Car from Newark, New Jersey to Nigeria | $970 – $1650 |
| Ship Car from Baltimore, Maryland to Nigeria | $970 – $1350 |
| Ship Car from Savannah, Georgia to Nigeria | $995.00 – $1300 |
Departure Ports In USA When Shipping Your Vehicle
The USA has several departure ports you or your shipping agency can use when shipping a car to Nigeria. These departure ports include:
- Newark, NJ
- Baltimore, MD
- Savannah, GA
- Jacksonville, FL
- Freeport, TX
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Galveston, TX
Arrival Ports For Your Car In Nigeria
Once your vehicle has left the departure port in the USA, there is majorly one port of arrival in Nigeria. And this is the Premiere Port (Apapa Quays), which is the first and largest port in Nigeria. Established in 1913, it is located in Apapa, Lagos State.
Sailing Dates When Shipping Your Car From USA To Nigeria
Sailing dates are often dependent on the shipping agency you use. Generally, sailing dates for most agencies are weekly.
How Long Does It Take To Ship A Car From The USA To Nigeria
Sometimes, it can be frustrating having to wait for your car to get to Nigeria. However, your vehicle can’t arrive in the twinkle of an eye. Under normal circumstances, it takes about three weeks for your car to get to the arrival port in Nigeria.
Documents You Need To Have When Shipping Your Caf From The USA To Nigeria
Documents You Need To Have
The US customs and Nigeria Customs will require certain documents from you before you can successfully export and import your car respectively.
To export your car from the US, American customs will require the following documents;
Bill of Sale
Original Vehicle Title
To import your car into Nigeria, the Nigerian customs will require the following documents;
Nigerian Drivers License
Nigerian ID documents
Proof of address
Proof of insurance
e-Form ‘M’
A filled-out plate number form
Original invoice
Packing list
Combined Certificate of Value and Origin (CCVO)
Adequate description of the imported goods
Shipped / Clean on Bill of Landing / Railway Bill / AirBill
Important Things To Note When Shipping Your Car From The USA To Nigeria.
- Cars/Vans/Pickups older than 15 Years to Nigeria are not allowed in Nigeria.
- It’s mandatory to obtain a FORM M on all new vehicles which must be obtained by the consignee in Nigeria prior to shipping.
- A clear Title of Ownership with no Liens on the Title.
- Your name must be listed on the front of the Title as the registered owner, if you bought the car new.
- If the vehicle has been sold, then both the Seller and Buyer have to sign the back of the Title in the spaces as detailed on the back of the Title.
- For safety reasons, the vehicle cannot have more than a ¼ tank of gas/fuel.
CONCLUSION
Shipping a car from the USA to Nigeria does not have to be stressful. All you basically have to do is to get the right knowledge and/or employ the services of a reputable shipping agency.
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