Importation Rules, Regulations, Policies & Procedures For Importing Japan-Used Tokunbo Cars into Nigeria

Before importing used Japanese cars (Toyota, Honda, Lexus, Mitsubishi, Mazda, etc.) into Nigeria, you must have a clear understanding of the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures that guide the process. Why is it important to know all of these? You need to know them and follow the policies to avoid issues with the custom.

As such, there are important rules and policies that guide the process of importing Japanese cars into Nigeria. Below, we will list out all of them so you can keep them in mind.

Rules & Regulations Guiding Importing Japanese-Used Cars in Nigeria

What are some of the rules guiding the importation of Japanese-used cars in Nigeria today? Here are the highlighted rules and regulations any person importing used Japanese cars into Nigeria must abide by Nigerian custom.

1. The custom-recommended destination port is Apapa and Lagos.
2. The expected time of shipment for the vehicle is between 34-44 days.
3. The recommended shipping line is 3MO Shipping & Trading Company Limited.
4. No inspection is required.
5. All used cars from Japan imported to Nigeria must be left-hand driven.
6. The car imported must be at most 8 years old from the date of first registration.

Japanese-Used Cars Import Duties & Taxes in Nigeria

There are different percentages assigned to different vehicles as their customs duty in Nigeria. Cars get a 30% customs duty, buses get a 15% customs duty, and trucks get a 30% customs duty. Also, complete knocked-down vehicles get a 5% custom duty,

Taxes Applicable on the Importation of Japanese-Used Cars 

Details	Tax
CISS (Comprehensive Import Supervision Scheme)	1%
NAC (National Automotive Council)	2%
VAT (Value Added Tax)	5%
ETLS (Ecowas Trade Liberalization Scheme)	0.5%
Sub Charge & Duty Payable	–

Documents Required for the Documentation of Japanese-Used Cars in Nigeria

Are you aware of the various documents the Nigerian custom will require from you when importing cars from Japan into Nigeria? If not, here are the documents below you are expected to present to the Nigerian Customs Service at the Port in Apapa or Lagos.

• Bill of lading
• Bill of entry
• Marine insurance policy (issued by a Nigerian firm)
• Evidence of payment of VAT. 
• Approved Form M: Form “M” can be processed by any person importing used cars into Nigeria through any authorized commercial/merchant bank. The authorized banks shall be responsible for delivering all Forms “M” (including those for imports excluded from inspection) to the appointed inspection agents’ liaison offices in Nigeria.

Top Selling Japanese Used Vehicles in Nigeria

• Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
• Mercedes S-class
• Toyota Corolla
• Toyota Venza
• Toyota Camry
• Mercedes E-class

Conclusion

Before importing a used car from Japan into Nigeria, ensure that you’re aware of all the rules, regulations, and policies that guide the process. Following due process saves you the chance of having to deal with customs for illegal importation activities.