Import Cars to Nigeria from Japan

Q: What is the car import age limit for Nigeria?

Nigeria requires imported vehicles to be under 12 years old. In 2026 that means a model year of 2014 or newer.

Q: Do you handle shipping and export paperwork to Nigeria?

Yes. Every order includes Japanese export de-registration, the English export certificate, marine insurance and shipping from Japan to Nigeria by RORO or container. Our export team prepares the documents your customs broker needs.

Q: What documents come with the car?

Each vehicle ships with the original Japanese auction sheet, our own inspection report with photos, and the export certificate. Mileage and condition are stated as recorded at the Japanese auction.

Everything you need to import a used car from Japan to Nigeria — the age rule, shipping options, taxes and the vehicles currently available at a fixed One Price. Vehicles under 12 years old qualify — model year 2014 or newer for 2026.

Nigeria Import Regulations

Shipping & Logistics

Steering: LHD ONLY. Right-Hand Drive vehicles are strictly prohibited.
Ports: Lagos (RoRo); Apapa, Tin Can Island and Onne for containers.
Pre-Export: Mandatory Pre-Shipment Certification under VehCAP / SONCAP (via JEVIC/QISJ/EAA).

Customs & Costs

Import Duty: 20%. Import Levy: 5%. VAT: 7.5%.
Green Tax: 2-4% for engines 2,000cc+ (EVs and <2,000cc exempt).

Age & Import Restrictions (CRITICAL)

Age Limits: Maximum 12 years old from the year of manufacture (strictly enforced).

Disclaimer

The import regulations, taxes, and age restrictions provided below are gathered from public internet sources for general guidance only. We do not bear any legal responsibility for the accuracy of this information. It is your sole responsibility to verify how to clear customs, homologate, and register the vehicle in your country. We are only responsible for shipping the vehicle to your requested port.

Frequently asked questions

Nigeria requires imported vehicles to be under 12 years old. In 2026 that means a model year of 2014 or newer.

Yes. Every order includes Japanese export de-registration, the English export certificate, marine insurance and shipping from Japan to Nigeria by RORO or container. Our export team prepares the documents your customs broker needs.

Each vehicle ships with the original Japanese auction sheet, our own inspection report with photos, and the export certificate. Mileage and condition are stated as recorded at the Japanese auction.