Cost Of Shipping A Car From Australia To Nigeria

If you’re relocating overseas from Australia to Nigeria, or you’re a Nigerian citizen who has lived abroad in Australia and is now moving home, you may be wondering what it will cost to move your vehicle. What costs are involved, and is it worth it? Find out!

How Much Does Delivery Cost?

It may cost anywhere from $1,500 to AUD 2,000 to ship from Australia to Nigeria, but the costs can vary quite a bit. The only way to get an accurate cost assessment is to contact a qualified and experienced company like A1-AT for an estimate.

The cost of delivery varies so much because many factors affect your shipment, such as the size and weight of the car, whether you choose RoRo (Roll On, Roll Off) or container moving, whether you share a container with other customers, and the total distance of your journey.

Will I Have To Pay Taxes & Fees When Moving?

Yes. And, thanks to a relatively recent rule change in Nigeria, the taxes you’ll pay are sky-high. Thanks to the new Automotive Industry Development Plan (NAIDP), the effective tax rate is 70%. The original tax rate was 35%, and the NAIDP levied an additional 35% for a total of 70%.

Before this, the tax rate was 20%, which made it much more reasonable to import. If you want to keep it and move it, be aware that you will face a huge tax bill when importing.

Note also that there are some restrictions on importing. Cars older than 15 years may not be imported. You also can’t import a right-hand drive car. RHD autos cannot be modified or converted – they are completely ineligible for registration and licensing.

If your auto was made in Australia, it’s likely an RHD vehicle, and may not be importable to Nigeria. You will need to sell it in Australia and buy a different motorcar in Nigeria.

Is It Worth The Cost To Haul?

If you have a left-hand drive (LHD) auto in Australia that’s irreplaceable or precious to you and that you want to keep when you go to Nigeria, it’s worth it to haul, even though you will pay high taxes and fees.

However, if your car is not that special to you, you may want to consider selling it and buying different vehicles in Nigeria. The 70% tax is enormous – and the more valuable your car is, the more you’ll pay.

Get Help Delivering – Contact A1-AT

With our global team of service providers, A-1 Auto Transport can arrange for the move, as well as most other African countries. Contact us online or call now to get started right away.