Import from China to Nigeria
YiwuHQ sources products from Chinese factories and ships them to Nigeria. You choose the product and quantity; we handle the supplier, quality inspection, export paperwork and freight, and you receive one quote.
- Main ports
- Lagos (Apapa, Tin Can Island, Lekki)
- Sea freight (typical)
- about 35 to 45 days
- Air freight (typical)
- about 5 to 10 days
- Express courier (typical)
- about 3 to 7 days
How shipping to Nigeria works
- 1. Production. The factory makes your order. Each product page shows its production lead time.
- 2. Inspection. We check quantity, quality and packaging before the goods leave the factory.
- 3. Export. Goods move to a Chinese port or airport and clear export customs.
- 4. Transit. Sea freight arrives at Lagos (Apapa, Tin Can Island, Lekki); air freight lands at your nearest international airport.
- 5. Import and delivery. Customs clearance in Nigeria, then delivery to your address, by your broker or by us under DAP or DDP terms.
Which shipping terms to choose
- FOB: you have a freight forwarder and want control of the ocean freight.
- CIF: you want one price that lands the goods at your port.
- DAP: delivered to your address, and you handle customs.
- DDP: delivered with duties and taxes paid. The simplest choice for a first import.
Not sure? Say so in your request and we quote the option that fits. See all Incoterms.
Importing from China to Nigeria: common questions
How long does shipping from China to Nigeria take?
Sea freight from China to Nigeria typically takes about 35 to 45 days, port to port. Air freight usually takes about 5 to 10 days and express courier about 3 to 7 days. These are typical ranges: routing, season and customs clearance change the actual time. Add the production lead time shown on each product.
Which ports do goods from China arrive at in Nigeria?
Most containers from China to Nigeria arrive at Lagos (Apapa, Tin Can Island, Lekki).
What is the cheapest way to ship from China to Nigeria?
Sea freight is the cheapest per unit for medium and large orders. Small shipments can go as shared-container (LCL) sea freight. Air freight and express cost more per kilogram but suit light, urgent or high-value goods.
Do I pay import duty when importing from China to Nigeria?
Import duty and tax in Nigeria depend on the product's HS code and the customs value. We provide the commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading your customs broker needs. If you prefer not to handle customs, ask for a DDP quote, where delivery, duties and taxes are included.
How do I start importing from China to Nigeria with YiwuHQ?
Pick a product or send a sourcing request with your quantity and Nigeria as the destination. We reply with a firm unit price, lead time and shipping terms, then manage production, inspection and delivery.
Get a quote delivered to Nigeria
Tell us the product and quantity. We reply with a firm price, lead time and shipping terms.
