Example FOB prices — adjust to your actual quote below.
Exporter's quoted price
$1,200–$2,500 typical, RoRo cheaper
Default 1% of FOB+freight
Most Chinese crossovers (Tiggo, Coolray, GS3) run 1.5T engines — under 2,000cc
Enter values to calculate
Pick a model preset or enter your own FOB quote.
Import Duty
20% of CIF
NAC Levy
5–10% of CIF
Green Tax
0–4% of CIF
VAT
7.5% of base
Chinese brands like Chery, Geely, GAC, Jetour, and BYD have become popular imports into Nigeria and across Africa — often priced well below equivalent Nigerian dealer listings even after shipping and customs. This calculator applies Nigeria's current statutory vehicle import charges to your specific FOB quote.
Import Duty
20%
of CIF Value
NAC Levy
5–10%
of CIF — used/new
Green Tax
0–4%
of CIF — by engine cc
FOB Levy
4%
of FOB Value
VAT
7.5%
of CIF + Duty + NAC + Green Tax
Brands like Chery, Geely, GAC, Jetour, and BYD have expanded aggressively into African markets, and their FOB prices are often substantially below comparable Japanese, Korean, or European models. Combined with Nigeria's typically lower duty burden on smaller-engine vehicles — most Chinese crossovers run turbocharged engines under 2,000cc — the Green Tax Surcharge introduced in July 2026 usually doesn't apply.
Electric models like the BYD Atto 3 or Song Plus go a step further: Nigeria's 2026 Fiscal Policy Measures fully exempt EVs from import duty, NAC levy, and the Green Tax entirely, which can meaningfully change the total landed cost math.
Confirm left-hand drive. Nigeria only permits LHD vehicles — some Chinese export configurations are RHD for other markets like the UK, Hong Kong, or Southern Africa.
Request a live video inspection of the actual vehicle, not stock photos, before it ships. Reputable exporters do this as standard practice.
Get an independent shipping quote. RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) is typically cheaper than container shipping but offers less protection — factor this into your freight estimate above.
Enter your FOB (exporter's quoted price), estimated freight, and insurance to get CIF value. Nigeria then applies import duty, NAC levy, the Green Tax Surcharge (based on engine size), an FOB levy, and VAT — each shown as a separate line so you can see exactly where the money goes.
These are the same statutory rates used in our general Import Duty Calculator, with Chinese-model presets and the EV exemption layered on top for this specific use case.
Total landed cost combines FOB price, freight, insurance, and Nigeria’s statutory charges — roughly 35–45% of CIF value in duties and taxes for most Chinese crossovers.
Often yes, even after freight and customs, since dealer prices already include import costs plus a retail markup. Always compare against real local listings for your specific model before deciding.
Yes — electric vehicles and mass transit buses are fully exempt from import duty, NAC levy, and the Green Tax Surcharge under the 2026 Fiscal Policy Measures.
No. Nigeria only permits left-hand drive vehicles. Confirm this with your exporter before paying a deposit.
We haven't independently vetted specific Chinese export platforms or agents. Verify any exporter's track record, use secure payment methods (avoid full upfront wire transfers where possible), and budget extra for clearing/agent fees before committing to a purchase.