Ship Cars, Heavy Equipment & Containers from the USA to Nigeria
Royal Shipping Lines provides reliable and affordable shipping from the USA to Nigeria for cars, boats, heavy equipment, household goods, and commercial cargo. We offer ocean freight services to major Nigerian ports, including Lagos (Apapa and Tin Can Island) and Onne, with additional port options depending on carrier availability.
We specialize in car shipping to Nigeria, including SUVs, pickup trucks, motorcycles, commercial vehicles, and auction purchases. We also ship construction and agricultural equipment, including excavators, bulldozers, tractors, forklifts, generators, and dump trucks. Shipping options include RoRo, container shipping, flat rack, and breakbulk, depending on cargo size and requirements.
Our container shipping services to Nigeria include 20ft, 40ft, and 40ft High Cube containers for household goods, furniture, appliances, auto parts, industrial machinery, and commercial freight. We also handle approved commodities such as wood products, waste paper, paperboard, metal scrap, clay, and agricultural products. Household goods are accepted as full container loads only.
Royal Shipping Lines coordinates nationwide pickup from auctions, dealerships, warehouses, and businesses throughout the continental United States. Our services include inland transportation, warehouse receiving, container loading, export documentation, and ocean freight. Whether you need to ship a car to Lagos, heavy equipment to Onne, or a full container to Nigeria, we offer competitive shipping rates and dependable export services.
SHIPPING GALLERY - NIGERIA
NIGERIA SHIPPING FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)
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Royal Shipping Lines provides reliable warehousing and freight forwarding services from the USA to Nigeria for individuals, businesses, exporters, and commercial importers.
Our secure export warehouse receives, stores, consolidates, and prepares cargo for international shipping. We handle vehicles, auto parts, heavy equipment, machinery, household goods, and commercial freight.
🏢 Warehouse Receiving & Storage
Our U.S. warehouse accepts cargo from manufacturers, suppliers, dealerships, auctions, and freight carriers nationwide.
We handle a wide range of shipments, including:
Vehicles, SUVs, pickup trucks, and commercial trucks
Auto parts, engines, and automotive equipment
Construction and agricultural machinery
Generators, compressors, and industrial equipment
Electronics, appliances, and electrical equipment
Furniture and household goods
Wholesale merchandise and commercial products
Boats, marine equipment, pallets, and oversized cargo
Our team coordinates cargo receiving, inventory checks, storage, and export preparation.
📦 Cargo Consolidation Services
Our cargo consolidation services to Nigeria allow customers to combine purchases from multiple U.S. suppliers into one shipment.
This is a convenient option for importers purchasing auto parts, machinery, equipment, electronics, and wholesale merchandise.
Once the cargo arrives at our warehouse, we organize and prepare it for container loading and export.
Household goods and personal effects are shipped in private 20ft or 40ft containers only. Shared container shipping for eligible vehicles is subject to available space.
🚢 International Freight Forwarding to Nigeria
As an FMC-licensed freight forwarder and NVOCC, Royal Shipping Lines coordinates ocean freight and export services from the United States to Nigeria.
Our services include:
Warehouse receiving and cargo storage
Cargo consolidation and container loading
Nationwide inland transportation
Export documentation and customs filing
20ft, 40ft, and 40ft High Cube container shipping
RoRo shipping for approved vehicles and machinery
Flat rack and breakbulk shipping for oversized cargo
We arrange ocean freight shipping to Lagos, including Apapa and Tin Can Island, with additional options to Onne and Port Harcourt, subject to carrier availability.
🚚 Nationwide Cargo Pickup
We coordinate cargo pickup throughout the continental United States from dealerships, auctions, manufacturers, warehouses, and equipment suppliers.
Common pickup locations include Copart, IAAI, Manheim, ADESA, Ritchie Bros., IronPlanet, Machinery Trader, and TractorHouse.
Customers can also arrange for suppliers or trucking companies to deliver cargo directly to our warehouse.
🔒 Cargo Handling & Export Preparation
Our warehouse team handles cargo receiving, storage, inspection, and preparation for international shipping.
Services include:
Cargo receiving and inventory verification
Condition photographs
Secure warehouse storage
Container loading and cargo securing
Export documentation assistance
We help ensure cargo is properly organized and prepared before shipment.
🌍 Container Shipping & Export Services to Nigeria
Royal Shipping Lines provides container shipping and freight forwarding from the USA to Nigeria for vehicles, heavy equipment, auto parts, industrial machinery, generators, household goods, and commercial merchandise.
Our ocean freight services connect U.S. export ports with major Nigerian shipping terminals serving Lagos, Abuja, Ibadan, Kano, Port Harcourt, and other commercial destinations.
All shipments must comply with Nigerian import regulations and applicable Nigeria Customs Service requirements.
Destination customs clearance, import permits, duties, taxes, terminal charges, and inland delivery are handled separately by the consignee or appointed customs agent unless otherwise quoted.
Royal Shipping Lines makes shipping cargo from the USA to Nigeria simple, organized, and dependable.
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Royal Shipping Lines provides reliable commercial cargo and commodity shipping from the USA to Nigeria for importers, distributors, manufacturers, wholesalers, and businesses.
We arrange container shipping to major Nigerian ports, including Apapa, Tin Can Island, and Onne, with shipping options for Port Harcourt subject to carrier availability.
Our services include nationwide cargo pickup, warehouse receiving, cargo consolidation, container loading, export documentation, and ocean freight.
📦 Types of Commercial & Commodity Cargo We Ship to Nigeria
We handle a wide range of commercial and industrial shipments, including:
🔧 Auto Parts & Accessories: Engines, transmissions, spare parts, and automotive components.
🛍️ Consumer Goods: Wholesale merchandise, household products, and general commercial cargo.
📱 Electronics & Appliances: Electrical equipment, home appliances, and consumer electronics.
🏗️ Construction Materials: Steel products, building supplies, hardware, and construction equipment.
⚙️ Industrial Machinery: Manufacturing equipment, generators, compressors, and machinery parts.
🧴 Plastics & Packaging: Plastic products, resins, packaging materials, and industrial supplies.
📄 Paper Products: Paper, paperboard, cardboard, and packaging products.
♻️ Recyclable Materials: Approved waste paper and recyclable commodities.
🪵 Wood Products: Timber, lumber, and manufactured wood products.
⚙️ Metal Commodities: Approved metal scrap, steel, aluminum, and industrial metals.
🧱 Clay & Building Materials: Clay products, ceramics, and construction-related materials.
🌾 Food-Grade Commodities: Approved agricultural products, wheat starch, and food ingredients.
All cargo is subject to carrier acceptance, U.S. export regulations, and Nigerian import requirements. Certain commodities, including scrap materials, food products, and regulated goods, may require additional permits or inspections.
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Planning to move to Nigeria? Royal Shipping Lines provides reliable and affordable household goods shipping from the USA to Nigeria for individuals, families, and businesses relocating overseas.
We offer private container shipping for furniture, appliances, personal belongings, and complete household moves. Our services include nationwide cargo pickup, warehouse receiving, container loading, export documentation, and ocean freight to Nigeria.
We arrange shipping to major Nigerian ports, including Apapa, Tin Can Island, and Onne, subject to carrier availability.
📦 Household Goods We Ship to Nigeria
We handle a wide range of household items and personal belongings, including:
🛋️ Furniture: Beds, sofas, tables, chairs, cabinets, and dressers.
🏠 Appliances: Refrigerators, washing machines, dryers, stoves, and household appliances.
📺 Electronics: Televisions, computers, sound systems, and home electronics.
🍽️ Kitchenware: Dishes, cookware, utensils, and household essentials.
👕 Personal Belongings: Clothing, books, decorations, and personal items.
📦 Packed Household Goods: Moving boxes, furniture, and complete household shipments.
🚢 Container Shipping for Household Goods to Nigeria
We offer Full Container Load (FCL) shipping for international household moves.
20ft Container: Suitable for smaller household relocations, furniture, and personal belongings.
40ft Container: Ideal for larger homes, furniture, appliances, and complete household moves.
Private containers provide enclosed protection and allow customers to ship their household belongings together.
Please note: Household goods are accepted in full containers only. We do not offer Less-than-Container Load (LCL) shipping for personal effects, individual boxes, or small household shipments.
🚚 Nationwide Pickup & Warehouse Services
Royal Shipping Lines coordinates household goods transportation from approved commercial locations throughout the continental United States.
Customers may also arrange delivery to our export warehouse, where we provide cargo receiving, storage, container loading, and export preparation.
⚠️ Important Container Loading Requirements
Container loading must take place at a commercial facility equipped with a suitable loading dock, loading ramp, forklift, or other appropriate cargo-handling equipment.
Residential container loading is not available.
For loading outside our warehouse, customers must arrange their own movers, packing services, and loading labor.
📋 Export Documentation & Customs Requirements
Our team assists with U.S. export documentation and ocean freight arrangements.
Customers must provide a detailed packing list describing the household goods being shipped.
Nigerian customs clearance, import permits, duties, taxes, terminal handling, and destination delivery are arranged separately by the consignee or appointed customs agent unless otherwise quoted.
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Royal Shipping Lines provides reliable and affordable car shipping from the USA to Nigeria, serving major ports in Lagos, including Apapa and Tin Can Island.
We help individuals, dealerships, auction buyers, and businesses ship vehicles from anywhere in the continental United States to Nigeria. Our services include nationwide vehicle pickup, export documentation, container loading, and ocean freight.
🚘 Types of Vehicles We Ship to Nigeria
We ship a wide range of vehicles, including:
🚗 Cars & SUVs: Sedans, crossovers, pickup trucks, and passenger vehicles.
🚐 Vans & Commercial Vehicles: Cargo vans, passenger vans, buses, and commercial trucks.
🏎️ Luxury & Classic Cars: Sports cars, collector vehicles, and high-value automobiles.
🏍️ Motorcycles & Recreational Vehicles: Motorcycles, ATVs, golf carts, and utility vehicles.
🚛 Specialty Vehicles: RVs, motorhomes, fleet vehicles, and approved oversized vehicles.
🔋 Electric & Hybrid Vehicles: Container shipping for eligible electric and hybrid vehicles.
All vehicles must comply with Nigerian import regulations, including applicable age restrictions and customs requirements.
🏗️ Auction Car Shipping to Nigeria
We coordinate vehicle pickup and shipping from major U.S. auto auctions, including:
Copart & IAAI: Used, salvage, and insurance auction vehicles.
Manheim & ADESA: Dealer auctions and commercial vehicle sales.
Bring a Trailer & Cars & Bids: Classic, luxury, and specialty vehicles.
Barrett-Jackson & Mecum: Collector cars and automotive auctions.
Ritchie Bros. & IronPlanet: Commercial trucks, machinery, and heavy equipment.
Our team arranges vehicle pickup from auction locations, dealerships, and private sellers throughout the United States.
🚢 Vehicle Shipping Methods to Nigeria
We offer several international vehicle shipping options depending on the vehicle type, condition, and available vessel service.
RoRo Shipping: A cost-effective option for running vehicles that can be driven onto and off the vessel.
Container Shipping: Suitable for cars, SUVs, motorcycles, luxury vehicles, and non-running vehicles.
Shared Container Shipping: Available for eligible vehicles, subject to consolidation space.
Flat Rack Shipping: Available for oversized vehicles that cannot fit inside standard containers.
Electric and hybrid vehicles are accepted for container shipping only, subject to carrier approval. Damaged electric and hybrid vehicles are not accepted.
🚚 Nationwide Vehicle Pickup & Export Services
Royal Shipping Lines coordinates vehicle transportation from auctions, dealerships, businesses, and private sellers across the continental United States.
Our export services include:
Nationwide vehicle pickup and inland transportation
Warehouse receiving and vehicle storage
Vehicle inspection and condition photographs
Container loading and cargo securing
U.S. customs export documentation
Ocean freight shipping to Nigeria
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Royal Shipping Lines provides reliable and affordable boat and yacht shipping from the USA to Nigeria, with ocean freight services to Lagos, including Apapa and Tin Can Island.
We ship fishing boats, center console boats, jet skis, sailboats, yachts, and commercial vessels. Our services include nationwide boat pickup, inland transportation, export documentation, and ocean freight.
⚓ Types of Boats We Ship to Nigeria
We handle a wide range of recreational and commercial boats, including:
🚤 Jet Skis & Personal Watercraft: Jet skis, WaveRunners, dinghies, and small boats.
🎣 Fishing Boats: Center console boats, offshore fishing boats, and sportfishing vessels.
🛥️ Yachts & Motorboats: Motor yachts, cabin cruisers, and recreational powerboats.
⛵ Sailboats & Catamarans: Sailing yachts and multihull vessels.
🚢 Commercial Boats: Work boats, utility vessels, and marine equipment.
🚢 Boat Shipping Methods to Nigeria
We offer several international boat shipping options based on vessel dimensions, weight, and carrier availability.
Container Shipping: Suitable for jet skis, dinghies, and smaller boats that fit inside standard shipping containers.
Flat Rack Shipping: Used for oversized fishing boats, center console boats, and vessels that exceed container dimensions.
Breakbulk & Heavy-Lift Shipping: Available for larger yachts, commercial vessels, and oversized marine cargo, subject to carrier approval.
🛥️ Boat Auction & Marketplace Shipping
We coordinate boat shipping from U.S. marine auctions, dealerships, and online marketplaces, including:
Boat Trader, YachtWorld, boats.com & Boatline: New and used boats, yachts, and recreational vessels.
Copart Marine & IAAI: Auction boats, jet skis, and marine equipment.
GovDeals & GSA Auctions: Government surplus boats and commercial marine equipment.
Our team arranges pickup from marinas, dealerships, boatyards, auctions, and approved commercial facilities throughout the continental United States.
🚚 Nationwide Boat Transportation
Royal Shipping Lines coordinates inland boat transportation from locations across the USA to the export port.
Boats must be secured on a suitable towable trailer or shipping cradle provided by the customer or seller.
For boats requiring specialized loading, the pickup location must have the proper equipment to safely load the vessel onto the transport trailer.
📋 Boat Shipping Requirements
To receive an accurate boat shipping quote to Nigeria, please provide:
Boat year, make, and model
Overall length, width, and height
Total weight, including trailer or cradle
Pickup location or ZIP code
Boat title, registration, or proof of ownership, as applicable
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Royal Shipping Lines provides reliable and affordable heavy equipment shipping from the USA to Nigeria, serving contractors, farmers, equipment dealers, manufacturers, and commercial importers.
We arrange ocean freight shipping to major Nigerian ports, including Lagos (Apapa and Tin Can Island), with additional shipping options to Onne, subject to carrier availability.
Our services include nationwide equipment pickup, inland transportation, export documentation, and ocean freight for construction machinery, agricultural equipment, industrial machinery, and oversized cargo.
🚜 Agricultural Machinery & Farm Equipment Shipping
We ship a wide range of agricultural equipment from the United States to Nigeria, including:
Tractors: Agricultural tractors, compact tractors, and farm tractors.
Harvesters & Combines: Combine harvesters and harvesting equipment.
Farm Implements: Plows, cultivators, planters, seeders, and sprayers.
Agricultural Equipment: Balers, tillers, attachments, and farming machinery.
🏗️ Construction, Mining & Industrial Equipment Shipping
We handle international shipping for various types of heavy machinery, including:
Earthmoving Equipment: Excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders, backhoes, and skid steers.
Construction Machinery: Motor graders, rollers, compactors, and paving equipment.
Lifting Equipment: Cranes, forklifts, telehandlers, boom lifts, and scissor lifts.
Commercial Trucks: Dump trucks, articulated trucks, and specialized heavy-duty vehicles.
Mining Equipment: Drilling machinery, crushers, screening equipment, and mining trucks.
Industrial Machinery: Generators, compressors, pumps, and manufacturing equipment.
🚢 Heavy Equipment Shipping Methods to Nigeria
We offer several shipping options depending on equipment dimensions, weight, and operating condition.
RoRo Shipping: Suitable for approved wheeled and tracked machinery that can be safely loaded onto specialized vessels.
Container Shipping: Ideal for smaller equipment, machinery parts, generators, and industrial components.
Flat Rack Shipping: Used for oversized equipment that cannot fit inside standard shipping containers.
Breakbulk Shipping: Available for large machinery, cranes, and heavy industrial cargo, subject to carrier approval.
🔨 Heavy Equipment Auction Shipping to Nigeria
We coordinate heavy equipment pickup and shipping from major U.S. auctions and equipment marketplaces, including:
Ritchie Bros. & IronPlanet: Construction, mining, and industrial equipment.
Machinery Trader & TractorHouse: Heavy machinery, tractors, and agricultural equipment.
Equipment Trader & Purple Wave: Used construction equipment and commercial machinery.
GovDeals & GSA Auctions: Government surplus machinery and industrial equipment.
Our team arranges pickup from auctions, dealerships, farms, warehouses, and equipment yards throughout the continental United States.
🚚 Nationwide Heavy Equipment Transportation
Royal Shipping Lines coordinates inland equipment transportation using flatbed, step-deck, lowboy, and specialized trailers.
Transportation arrangements depend on the equipment's dimensions, weight, operating condition, and pickup location.
Oversized machinery may require special permits, escorts, or loading equipment.
📋 Equipment Shipping Requirements
To receive an accurate heavy equipment shipping quote to Nigeria, please provide:
Equipment year, make, and model
Overall length, width, and height
Total equipment weight
Pickup location or ZIP code
Equipment operating condition
Machinery must be properly cleaned and free of excessive dirt, mud, and debris before export.
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📄 Export Documentation for Shipping from the USA to Nigeria
Royal Shipping Lines assists with U.S. export documentation for shipping to Nigeria, helping customers prepare the paperwork required for vehicles, heavy equipment, household goods, and commercial cargo.
Proper documentation helps prevent customs delays and ensures shipments meet U.S. export requirements.
📋 Required Shipping Documents
Depending on the cargo type, the following documents may be required:
Commercial Invoice: Includes the cargo description, declared value, buyer, and seller information.
Packing List: Details the items being shipped, including quantities, descriptions, and values.
Bill of Lading (B/L): Issued for ocean freight shipments and includes the shipper, consignee, cargo details, and destination port.
Original Vehicle Title: Required for most used vehicles exported from the USA. Additional ownership documents may be needed.
Proof of Purchase: Sales invoice, auction receipt, or bill of sale confirming cargo ownership and value.
Shipper Identification: EIN for U.S. businesses or acceptable identification for eligible individual exporters.
Export Permits or Licenses: Required for certain controlled goods, machinery, or restricted products.
🚗 Vehicle & Heavy Equipment Export Requirements
For vehicle and machinery shipments, customers should provide the year, make, model, VIN or serial number, purchase documents, and applicable ownership records.
Used self-propelled vehicles generally require title documentation and U.S. Customs export processing before departure.
📦 Container & Commercial Cargo Documentation
For household goods and commercial containers, a detailed packing list is required. Commercial shipments may also require invoices, commodity descriptions, HS codes, and additional export documentation.
⚠️ Important Customs Information
Royal Shipping Lines assists with U.S. export paperwork, AES filing, and ocean freight documentation.
Nigerian import permits, customs clearance, duties, taxes, and destination documentation are handled by the consignee or appointed Nigerian customs agent.
Documentation requirements may vary depending on the cargo and current customs regulations.
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Royal Shipping Lines provides international shipping from the USA to Nigeria, with ocean freight services to major ports in Lagos, Port Harcourt, and Onne.
We arrange shipping for vehicles, containers, heavy equipment, household goods, boats, and commercial cargo. Our services include nationwide U.S. pickup, export documentation, container loading, and ocean freight.
📍 Main Shipping Ports in Nigeria
⚓ Lagos Port Complex (Apapa Port)
One of Nigeria's busiest commercial ports, handling container shipping, vehicles, heavy equipment, household goods, and general commercial freight. Apapa is a major gateway for imports arriving from the United States.
⚓ Tin Can Island Port – Lagos
A major port serving Lagos and surrounding commercial areas. Tin Can Island handles containers, vehicles, machinery, industrial equipment, and commercial cargo.
⚓ Port Harcourt Port
An important port in southeastern Nigeria, supporting industrial machinery, commercial freight, construction equipment, and project cargo. Shipping availability depends on carrier schedules and terminal capabilities.
⚓ Onne Port
A major industrial port serving Nigeria's oil and gas sector. Onne handles heavy equipment, oversized machinery, containers, breakbulk cargo, and industrial shipments.
🏢 Major Commercial & Inland Destinations in Nigeria
Nigeria's seaports provide access to important business, industrial, and distribution centers throughout the country.
📍 Lagos: Nigeria's main commercial, shipping, and distribution center.
📍 Abuja: The capital city and an important destination for household goods, commercial cargo, and business shipments.
📍 Port Harcourt: A major industrial center supporting oil and gas, construction, and heavy equipment imports.
📍 Kano: An important commercial hub in northern Nigeria for vehicles, machinery, agricultural equipment, and wholesale merchandise.
📍 Onitsha: A major trading center for auto parts, consumer goods, electronics, and commercial products.
📍 Ibadan: A large commercial and distribution center serving southwestern Nigeria.
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Royal Shipping Lines provides ocean freight shipping from the USA to Nigeria, with service to major ports including Lagos (Apapa and Tin Can Island), Port Harcourt, and Onne.
Estimated transit times depend on the U.S. departure port, carrier schedule, vessel routing, and shipping method.
🚢 Estimated Ocean Freight Transit Times to Nigeria
🛳️ East Coast USA → Nigeria: Approximately 18–30 days. Common routes for containers, vehicles, household goods, machinery, and commercial cargo.
🛳️ Gulf Coast USA → Nigeria: Approximately 20–35 days. Suitable for heavy equipment, vehicles, industrial machinery, and containerized freight from Texas, Louisiana, and surrounding states.
🛳️ Northeast USA → Nigeria: Approximately 18–28 days. Shipping options for vehicles, machinery, containers, and commercial cargo from major Northeast ports.
🛳️ West Coast USA → Nigeria: Approximately 30–45 days. Available for shipments originating from California, Washington, Oregon, and other western states, depending on carrier routing.
🚀 Fastest Shipping Routes to Nigeria
East Coast and Northeast U.S. ports generally offer some of the shortest ocean freight transit times to Lagos, Nigeria, particularly when direct vessel services are available.
Shipping to Port Harcourt or Onne may require additional transit time depending on the carrier and port connections.
⚠️ Important Transit Time Information
All transit times are estimates calculated from vessel departure to arrival at the destination port.
Actual shipping times may vary due to vessel schedules, transshipment, port congestion, weather, and cargo availability.
Container shipping, RoRo, flat rack, and breakbulk shipments may have different sailing schedules.
Transit estimates do not include inland pickup, export preparation, customs clearance, or destination delivery.
Royal Shipping Lines helps customers select suitable shipping routes based on cargo type, destination port, and available vessel schedules.
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Royal Shipping Lines offers RoRo and container shipping from the USA to Nigeria for vehicles, heavy equipment, household goods, boats, and commercial cargo.
We help customers choose the right shipping method based on cargo size, condition, and destination port.
🚗 RoRo Shipping to Nigeria (Roll-On/Roll-Off)
RoRo shipping is one of the most affordable ways to ship running vehicles and heavy equipment from the USA to Nigeria.
Vehicles and machinery are driven or rolled onto the vessel, secured for ocean transport, and unloaded at the destination port.
RoRo shipping is suitable for:
Cars, SUVs, and pickup trucks
Vans, buses, and commercial vehicles
Trucks and trailers
Construction and agricultural machinery
Wheeled and tracked heavy equipment
RoRo service is available to selected Nigerian ports, subject to vessel schedules and carrier approval.
📦 Container Shipping to Nigeria (FCL)
Container shipping from the USA to Nigeria is suitable for vehicles, household goods, commercial freight, and cargo requiring enclosed transportation.
We offer private 20ft, 40ft, and 40ft High Cube containers, with professional loading and cargo securing.
Container shipping is recommended for:
Non-running vehicles
Luxury, classic, and collector cars
Electric and hybrid vehicles
Motorcycles, golf carts, and small equipment
Jet skis and smaller boats
Household goods and personal effects
Auto parts and commercial merchandise
Industrial machinery and equipment
Metal scrap, waste paper, paper products, wood products, and other approved commodities
Household goods and personal effects are accepted as full container loads only. Partial household shipments (LCL) are not available.
🏗️ Flat Rack & Breakbulk Shipping to Nigeria
For cargo that cannot fit inside a standard container, we offer additional shipping options.
Flat Rack Shipping: Suitable for oversized boats, construction equipment, heavy machinery, and industrial cargo.
Breakbulk Shipping: Available for large machinery, commercial equipment, and oversized project cargo, subject to carrier approval.
⚓ Shipping Ports in Nigeria
Our ocean freight services include major Nigerian ports such as Lagos (Apapa and Tin Can Island) and Onne, with other port options depending on cargo type and carrier availability.
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Before shipping a car from the USA to Nigeria, it is important to check the country's vehicle import regulations.
Import requirements may vary depending on the vehicle's age, type, condition, and year of manufacture.
🚫 Vehicle Age Restrictions
Nigeria restricts the importation of used passenger vehicles that are more than 12 years old, based on the year of manufacture.
This restriction applies to passenger vehicles classified under HS Codes 8703.10.00–8703.90.0000.
📋 Important Import Requirements
Vehicle importers should confirm the following before shipping:
Vehicle age and import eligibility
Original title or proof of ownership
Applicable import duties and taxes
Nigerian customs documentation
Any additional restrictions based on vehicle type or condition
Important: Nigerian import regulations may change. Customers should confirm current requirements with their Nigerian customs clearing agent before purchasing or shipping a vehicle.
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Nigeria prohibits or restricts certain goods from entering the country. Before shipping cargo from the USA to Nigeria, importers should confirm that their products meet Nigerian customs regulations.
❌ Common Prohibited & Restricted Goods
Certain products may be prohibited or require special approval, including:
Food Products: Poultry, pork, beef, eggs, refined vegetable oils, and certain processed foods.
Building Materials: Bagged cement and selected construction products.
Used Goods: Used tires, second-hand clothing, used compressors, refrigerators, and freezers.
Pharmaceuticals: Certain medicines and regulated medical products.
Counterfeit Goods: Fake branded products and unauthorized merchandise.
Hazardous Materials: Toxic waste, dangerous chemicals, and prohibited substances.
Weapons & Ammunition: Firearms, ammunition, and restricted security equipment.
Other Restricted Cargo: Products subject to Nigerian import bans or government controls.
🚗 Used Vehicle Import Restrictions
Nigeria applies age restrictions to imported used vehicles.
Importers should verify the current vehicle age limit and eligibility requirements before purchasing or shipping a car to Nigeria.
📋 Goods Requiring Import Permits
Some products may be imported with the proper licenses, permits, or government approval, including:
Chemicals and fertilizers
Pharmaceuticals and medical equipment
Agricultural and food products
Security-related equipment
Certain industrial machinery and controlled goods
⚠️ Important Import Information
Before shipping to Nigeria, confirm the following with Nigeria Customs or a licensed customs broker:
Product eligibility and HS code classification
Import duties and taxes
Required permits and licenses
Inspection and customs documentation
Royal Shipping Lines handles U.S. export documentation and ocean freight shipping to Nigeria. Import permits, customs clearance, duties, taxes, and destination charges are the responsibility of the consignee or appointed customs agent.
Import regulations may change, and all cargo is subject to approval by Nigerian authorities.