Direct Japanese Imports to Nigeria | Quality & Value
🚧 Direct Portal Coming Soon – Join our VIP list for early access.
✅ Expert Sourcing Available Now – Fill the form below to start.
By partnering with us, you get higher quality at lower total cost than local sourcing. We provide import partners with complete, end-to-end solutions. | Build Future Together !
Key Import Rules & Regulations
All imported used vehicles (Tokunbo) must strictly adhere to the policies set by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC).
MAX AGE LIMIT
Vehicles must not be more than 10 years old from the date of manufacture. Importers face seizure or heavy penalties for older cars.
DRIVE SIDE & DELIVERY
Nigeria mandates Left-Hand Drive (LHD) vehicles only. RHD vehicles are strictly prohibited and cannot be cleared or registered for use on public roads.
PROHIBITED IMPORTS
Vehicles older than 10 years, salvage/accident titles, severely damaged vehicles, and commercial motorcycles.
📊 Realistic Transit Time Table: Nigeria
| Feature | RORO (Roll-on/Roll-off) | Container (20ft/40ft) |
| Best For | Standard cars, SUVs, and Trucks. | High-value luxury cars or non-runners. |
| Sea Transit | 35–50 Days | 38–45 Days |
| Port Handling | Fast (driven off the ramp). | Slower (crane discharge & unstuffing). |
| Safety | High (secured on internal decks). | Maximum (sealed inside a steel box). |
| Total to Border | ~45–60 Days | ~48–65 Days |
Note to Buyers:
While RORO is faster for port processing in Lagos, the total sea transit can fluctuate based on how quickly the connection is made at the transshipment hub. We provide tracking numbers so you can monitor your vehicle’s progress at every stage.
MAJOR SAVINGS ALERT: Hybrid & EV Duty Advantage!
Used Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Hybrids valued at $70,000 or less pay a drastically reduced Duty Rate of just 10%. Ask us how to find a qualifying vehicle!
Nigeria Customs Duty & Mandatory Levies
| Vehicle Type / Engine Size | Import Duty (Approx. on CIF) | NAC Levy (on CIF) |
| Used Passenger Cars (e.g., Sedan, SUV) | 20% to 35% (Varies by engine capacity & age) | 15% (Mandatory for used vehicles) |
| Mass Transit/Commercial Bus | 10% | 0% (Exempted under certain conditions) |
Mandatory Fees (In addition to Duty)
These fees are statutory and applied during the customs clearance process.
VALUE ADDED TAX (VAT)
Applied to CIF + Duty + Levy + Other Charges @ 7.5%
NATIONAL AUTOMOTIVE COUNCIL (NAC) LEVY
Charged on the CIF value of all imported used cars @ 15%
ECOWAS TRADE LIBERALIZATION SCHEME (ETLS)
Charged on the CIF value of all imported goods @ 0.5%
SURCHARGE/FOB LEVY (Subject to current policy)
Charged on the Import Duty / Freight on Board value @ Varies (e.g., 7% or 4%)
🇳🇬 Nigeria Car Landed Cost 2025
Calculate Total Cost (TLC) including Customs Duty & Levies in Naira (₦)
Import Cost Inputs (USD)
Enter the base USD costs and regulatory details for an accurate estimate.
Total Landed Cost (TLC) Estimate
This estimate is for *Customs Clearing Cost Only* (Duty/Levies) and does **NOT** include local agent fees, terminal charges, transport, or bank charges. Rates are based on reported 2025 statutory customs figures and the user-defined exchange rate.
Exchange Rate Control
Input the current official Customs exchange rate to ensure your calculation is accurate in Naira.
NAC Levy Included
Includes the mandatory 15% National Automotive Council (NAC) Levy for all imported used vehicles.
Age & Class Variances
Calculates Import Duty based on the vehicle’s age and type, reflecting current NCS classification bands.
Top Japanese LHD Models for the Nigerian Market
The Nigerian market favors reliability and durability, making Japanese LHD models sourced from the US, Middle East, or European markets particularly popular. For details; Check our blog post on "The Truth About RHD JDM Cars in Nigeria: Legalization vs. Conversion".
Nissan Note (2016)
The market leader for affordability, fuel economy, and space. High parts availability.
Honda Fit (2017)
Known locally as the Jazz. Excellent reliability and high resale value. Ideal first import.
Toyota Camry (2015)
Most popular in US and Asia. Available in Hybrid options for major duty savings.
Corolla Axio (2018)
Sedan, Most selling Toyota Brand economical engine. Very popular choice for families.
Container Vanning & Shipping Service
Meet our Partners
Sedans Vanning in Container
Cars, Trucks, Transport Vans are safely shipped via Containers to land-locked places of Asia, Europe, Africa, and Americas.
Safe Container Vanning
Trucks, Microbuses, Transport Vans are safely shipped via Containers to land-locked places of Asia, Europe, Africa, and Americas.