Find out more about importing your personal products in Nigeria.
Persons based abroad relocating to Nigeria for work or other purposes, but owned properties are entitled to relocate with their household. These items which are privately owned are for personal use and not expected to be in commercial quantities.
Personal effects as the name implies include clothing, jewelries, furniture, household appliances etc. used in their previous location.
Documentation required for Personal Effects:
- Form M
- Detailed list of items to be shipped.
- International passport of owner showing the data page.
- Proof of stay abroad.
Note: However, where dutiable goods are found to be in excess of the approved passenger concession, they shall be liable to the clearance procedure as applicable to commercial goods.
Cotecna helps ensure that your personal products comply with required standards when importing into Nigeria. Please contact us if you need assistance with any importing process or if you need any further information.
About Cotecna
For over 50 years, we have been supporting agriculture, food and pharma, minerals and metals, and consumer products supply chains all over the world. We provide testing, inspection, and certification services to help our clients navigate evolving regulations, ensure product compliance, and support their sustainability journey.