Ship Overseas simplifies international vehicle transport to Nigeria with 40+ years of experience. We handle every detail so you don’t have to worry about complex logistics.
Getting Started is Simple
Request your free, no-obligation quote by providing:
✓ Year, Make & Model of your vehicle
✓ Pickup location (ZIP Code or preferred U.S. port)
✓ Destination: Nigeria
Key Features of Our Service:
- Weekly departures from major U.S. ports
- Door-to-port or port-to-port options
- Dedicated support throughout the entire process
We offer weekly departures from five U.S. ports to Lagos.
Shipping Costs & Key Factors
Base Rate: $1,335* (all U.S. departure ports)
Shipping Costs & Factors
Sample Rates (Starting From):
- West Coast: $2,685
- Galveston, TX: $2,070
- Brunswick, GA: $1,995
- Baltimore, MD: $2,010
*Final price depends on:
- Departure Location
- a. East Coast = Most economical
- b. West Coast = Higher costl
- Vehicle Transport to Port
- a. Self-delivery = Save money
- b. Professional pickup = Added convenience
- Vehicle Size
- a. Compact cars cost less than SUVs/large vehicles
Why Choose Ship Overseas?
✓ Decades of Expertise – No guesswork, just reliable shipping.
✓ Transparent Process – Clear communication at every step.
✓ Competitive Pricing – Fair rates with no hidden fees.
✓ Real-Time Tracking – Monitor your vehicle’s journey
Ready to Ship?
Get your free quote today and let us handle the rest!
- Most cost-effective option
- Fixed schedules like airlines
- Weather-protected transport
- Split costs with others
- Can include personal items
- Works for non-running vehicles
- Maximum protection
- Private container space
- Ideal for luxury/classic cars
U.S. Departure Ports:
- Newark, NJ
- Baltimore, MD
- Savannah, GA
- Jacksonville, FL
- Freeport, TX
Nigeria Arrival Port:
Port of Lagos (Apapa Quays) – Nigeria’s largest and busiest port: Established in 1913
- Commercial hub of West Africa
- Processes majority of Nigeria’s imports
Transit Time: ~3 weeks from USA to Nigeria
Key Requirements
Essential Documents:
- Original vehicle title
- Valid ID
Important Regulations:
⚠ Age limit: Maximum 8 years old
- Maximum 15 years for cars/vans/pickups
- New vehicles require FORM M from Nigerian consignee ⚠ Fuel limit: ¼ tank maximum
- Your name as owner (new vehicles)
- Complete seller/buyer signatures (used vehicles)
⚠ Title must show:
Customs Notes:
Consult your broker for latest:
- Required certificates (FERI/ECTN/BSC/ASHI)
- Import tax and duty calculations
Duty & Tax Information
Nigeria Customs Contacts:
📍 USA:
Tunji Oyekan (Recommended Broker)
+234-809-2000-984 | [email protected]
📍 Nigeria:
Customs Service HQ
09 5234694 | [email protected]
Duty Calculation Includes:
- 7% surcharge
- 0.5% ECOWAS levy
- 1% inspection fee
- 5% VAT
1.25% (total loss only)
Customizable coverage (50-100% of value)
We operate direct, scheduled Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) and container loading services out of major modern shipping hubs along the US East, Gulf, and West Coasts straight to Nigeria’s premier West African maritime gateways.
Baltimore, MD
The leading US automotive export hub. Provides high-frequency weekly RoRo departures directly to Nigeria with optimal ocean transit times.
New York / New Jersey
Ideal for high-value classic cars, secure shared container consolidation, and exotic vehicle collections accessing global logistics lines to Nigeria.
Jacksonville, FL
Our primary Southeastern vehicle loading terminal. Perfectly situated for convenient southern vehicle tracking collections and reliable routes to West Africa.
Galveston, TX
Serving the Southwest and Gulf regions. Handles large commercial machinery, heavy industrial equipment, and standard consumer passenger vehicles for Nigeria.
Newport News, VA
A critical Mid-Atlantic shipping terminal specializing in reliable, high-volume RoRo loading and seamless terminal scheduling toward Nigerian ports.
Charleston, SC
A highly modern South Atlantic port offering rapid processing times, safe container stowing, and regular transit lines to major West African trade hubs.
Brunswick, GA
One of the busiest roll-on/roll-off automotive facilities on the Eastern Seaboard, designed exclusively for optimal European and West African vehicle logistics.
Long Beach, CA
Our primary Pacific Gateway terminal, handling West Coast vehicle departures traveling across transoceanic routes to reach Nigeria.
RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) shipping is a cost-effective method where vehicles are driven onto a specialized vessel and secured for transit. It’s an ideal option for shipping cars to Nigeria quickly and safely.
The transit time for car shipping from the USA to Nigeria typically ranges from 4 to 6 weeks. At Ship Overseas, we ensure timely deliveries with consistent updates on your shipment’s progress.
Documents typically required include the car title, bill of sale, export declaration, and ID proof. Ship Overseas assists you in ensuring all paperwork is complete for a hassle-free process.
Absolutely! At Ship Overseas, we offer door-to-port services to make your shipping experience as convenient as possible. Simply hand over your vehicle to our team, and we’ll take care of the rest.
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Get your free, no-obligation quote today, or contact Ship Overseas at (858) 547-0840 for personalized assistance in shipping your car.




