Shipping from China to Nigeria: July 2026 Rates & Guide
Your cargo gateway for ocean FCL/LCL, priority air freight, and SONCAP/Customs clearance from China to Apapa Port, Tin Can Island, Lekki Deep Sea Port, and Lagos.
Streamlined Freight & Customs Solutions connecting China and Nigeria
Nigeria is West Africa’s largest economy. All commercial imports require SONCAP certification under Standards Organisation of Nigeria rules, Form M filing, and Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) clearance with 7.5% Nigerian VAT. Speedline Logistics manages your Form M, SONCAP Product/Item Certificates, and door delivery across Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt.
Shipping Modes & July 2026 Update
For July 2026, ocean FCL container transit to Lagos ports (Lekki, Apapa, Tin Can) takes 30 to 38 days. Rates run $2,970–$3,630 per 20GP and $3,150–$3,850 per 40HQ (as published in Sino Shipping data).
| Shipping Mode | Cost (Estimated Market Average) | Transit Time | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea FCL (20GP) | $2,970–$3,630 | 30–38 Days | Via Lekki Deep Sea / Apapa Port |
| Sea FCL (40HQ) | $3,150–$3,850 | 30–38 Days | Best per-CBM value |
| Sea LCL | $95 / cbm | 35–42 Days | Consolidated cargo |
| Air Freight – LOS/ABV | $7.90–$9.50 / kg | 3–5 Days | Priority to Lagos Murtala Muhammed |
| Express Courier | $12.50 / kg | 4–6 Days | Door-to-door parcels |
Note: Freight rates and per-kg prices shown above are estimated market averages. Actual shipping costs depend on cargo volume, weight, commodity type, packaging, and seasonal surcharges. For exact, real-time rates tailored to your specific shipment, please Contact Us or Get a Custom Quote.
Sea Freight via Lekki Deep Sea, Apapa & Tin Can
Lekki Deep Sea Port is Nigeria’s newest automated port, offering fast berthing avoiding traditional Apapa congestion. Onne Port serves the Oil & Gas hub in Port Harcourt.
| Port Gateway | Transit Time | Region Served | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lekki Deep Sea Port | 30–35 Days | Lagos & All Nigeria | Fully automated deep-water container port |
| Apapa / Tin Can Island | 32–38 Days | Commercial Lagos | Traditional commercial port hub |
| Onne Port (Port Harcourt) | 35–40 Days | Eastern & Niger Delta | Oil & Gas and industrial zone port |
Air Freight to Lagos (LOS) & Abuja (ABV)
Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) in Lagos handles over 85% of Nigeria’s air cargo volume, featuring dedicated cargo sheds for express freighters.
| Airport Gateway | IATA | Transit | July 2026 Rate (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lagos Murtala Muhammed | LOS | 3–5 Days | $7.90 – $9.50 / kg |
| Abuja Nnamdi Azikiwe | ABV | 3–5 Days | $8.20 – $10.00 / kg |
All-Inclusive Door-to-Door DDP Shipping
Our Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) service handles your complete supply chain from Chinese factories to your Nigerian destination, managing Form M registration, SONCAP certificates, Nigerian customs duties, 7.5% VAT, and final delivery.
| Service Layer | Handled by Speedline | Customer Action |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Supplier pickup, packing list, SONCAP testing | Provide supplier details |
| Freight | FCL/LCL ocean via Lekki/Apapa or air via LOS | None |
| Nigerian Customs | Form M, PAAR processing, 7.5% VAT payment | Provide Tax Identification Number (TIN) |
| Delivery | Distribution to Lagos/Abuja/Kano/Port Harcourt | Receive goods |
Nigerian Customs, SONCAP & Form M
Imports into Nigeria require a Form M registered through authorized dealer banks, followed by PAAR (Pre-Arrival Assessment Report) issuance. Standard Nigerian VAT is 7.5%.
| Product Category | ECOWAS CET Duty | Nigerian VAT | Mandatory Certificate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electronics & IT Equipment | 5.0% – 10.0% | 7.5% | SONCAP Certificate |
| Textiles & Apparel | 20.0% – 35.0% | 7.5% | SONCAP Certificate |
| Machinery & Tools | 5.0% – 10.0% | 7.5% | SONCAP Certificate |
| Auto Spare Parts | 10.0% – 20.0% | 7.5% | SONCAP Certificate |
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About Speedline
Speedline Logistics is a licensed customs broker and international freight forwarder specializing in container shipping and all-inclusive Nigeria DDP door-to-door logistics with SONCAP platform support.
Frequently Asked Questions — Shipping China to Nigeria
Ocean container transit from major China ports to Lagos ports (Lekki or Apapa) typically takes 30 to 38 days.
SONCAP (Standards Organisation of Nigeria Conformity Assessment Programme) is mandatory for regulated imports into Nigeria to ensure compliance with Nigerian Industrial Standards.
Yes — our DDP service covers Form M assistance, SONCAP filing, Nigeria Customs PAAR processing, 7.5% VAT, and last-mile delivery to your warehouse in Lagos, Abuja, or Port Harcourt.
Nigerian imports are subject to ECOWAS Common External Tariffs (5–35%) plus 7.5% Nigerian VAT and port levies.