Smartphones — Nigeria Import Duty
Importing Smartphones (HS 8517130000) into Nigeria carries a 10% import duty and a 5% levy, plus a 7% surcharge on duty, 1% CISS and 0.5% ETLS, then 7.5% VAT on that combined base. On a $10,000 CIF shipment, that works out to roughly $12,599 landed cost — about 25.99% above CIF. Rates are from the Nigeria Customs Service CET tariff, effective 2023-06-21.
Rate table (HS 8517130000)
| Import duty | 10% |
|---|---|
| Levy | 5% |
| Surcharge (of duty) | 7% |
| CISS | 1% |
| ETLS | 0.5% |
| VAT | 7.5% |
| Excise (not included in landed cost) | 0% |
| Effective date | 2023-06-21 |
Worked example — $10,000 CIF
| Item | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CIF | $10,000 | |
| Import duty | 10% | $1,000 |
| Levy | 5% | $500 |
| Surcharge | 7% | $70 |
| CISS | 1% | $100 |
| ETLS | 0.5% | $50 |
| VAT | 7.5% | $879 |
| CIF + import taxes | $12,599 |
Excludes port, terminal handling, clearing-agent and inland transport fees — your actual landed cost will be higher. Message us for a full clearing quote.
Import restrictions & requirements
- restricted: SONCAP certification required for regulated electrical/electronic products (plugs, cables, household appliances, batteries, etc.). (source)
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Frequently asked questions
What import duty applies to Smartphones?
HS 8517130000 (Smartphones) carries a 10% import duty, 5% levy, 7% surcharge, 1% CISS, 0.5% ETLS and 7.5% VAT, per the Nigeria Customs Service CET tariff effective 2023-06-21.
Are there import restrictions on Smartphones?
SONCAP certification required for regulated electrical/electronic products (plugs, cables, household appliances, batteries, etc.).
Does Smartphones require SONCAP or NAFDAC certification?
SONCAP certification required for regulated electrical/electronic products (plugs, cables, household appliances, batteries, etc.).
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These figures are estimates for planning purposes only. Duty rates and exchange rates change with government policy, and final clearance costs are determined solely by the Nigeria Customs Service and your licensed clearing agent at the point of entry. GoFair and EuroVista are not affiliated with the Nigeria Customs Service.