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UK to Nigeria Shipping Rates.
Indicative rates for air freight, sea cargo, barrel shipping, and vehicle export from the UK to Nigeria. For a precise quote based on your exact shipment, call us or send a message — we respond within 2 hours on business days.
Our Pricing Promise
- ✓Quoted in GBP. The price you see is the price you pay — no Naira conversions, no exchange-rate surprises.
- ✓No surprise destination fees. We will never call your recipient asking for "extra clearance fees" to release your cargo at the port.
- ✓UK customs, freight, Nigerian customs and door delivery — all included in your quoted price for personal effects.
- ⓘCollection is free within 20 miles of our Camberwell office. Beyond that, a collection fee applies (air and sea) — we tell you the amount before you book. Or drop off at 52 Camberwell Church St, London SE5 8QZ and pay no collection fee at all. For air parcels of 10–30kg, dropping off is usually the cheapest option.
- ⓘGovernment duty on commercial goods, vehicles, and SONCAP/NAFDAC-regulated items is a separate Nigerian Customs charge — we estimate it upfront in writing so there is no surprise on arrival.
Rates below are indicative starting prices as of 2026. Actual cost depends on exact weight, dimensions, contents, and delivery address. For an accurate all-in quote, call us or submit an enquiry.
Air Freight Rates
7–10 working days door-to-door | London Heathrow → Lagos Murtala Muhammed
| Weight | Indicative Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Per kg (10kg minimum) | £5.80/kg | Flat rate, any weight from 10kg |
| Handling fee | £20 | Per shipment — waived on 100kg+ |
| 10kg example | £78 | 10 × £5.80 + £20 |
| 30kg example | £194 | 30 × £5.80 + £20 |
| 100kg+ | £5.80/kg only | No handling fee — 100kg is £580 |
| Under 10kg | Charged as 10kg | Minimum applies |
Rates are per actual or volumetric weight, whichever is greater. Dangerous goods, oversized items, and SONCAP-certified goods are priced separately.
Sea Cargo Rates
5–6 weeks door-to-door | UK ports → Apapa/Tin Can, Lagos
| Unit / Service | Indicative Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Per cubic foot (shared container) | From £18 | Minimum charge applies |
| Barrel — you supply (45–55 gallon) | £120 | Shipping only, packed and sealed |
| Barrel — we supply | £170 | £120 shipping + £50 barrel |
| Amazon bag | £80 | Standard large bag |
| Ghana Must Go bag | £70 | Woven checkered bag |
| Box (size 38) — you supply | £100 | Shipping only; dimensions on request |
| Amazon box — we supply | £15 each | Packaging only, if you need a box |
| Half pallet (LCL) | From £200 | Consolidation service |
| Full pallet (LCL) | From £350 | Consolidation service |
| 20ft container (FCL) | From £6,500 | Sole use, direct to Lagos |
| 40ft container (FCL) | From £12,500 | Sole use, direct to Lagos |
LCL rates depend on actual volume at packing. FCL rates are freight-only — port charges, Nigerian customs, and inland delivery quoted separately.
Drop Off & Pay No Collection Fee
Bring your barrel, bag or boxes to our Camberwell hub and the collection charge disappears — you pay the shipping price in the tables above and nothing more to get it to us. For air parcels of 10–30kg, dropping off is usually the cheapest way to send. Not near London? Our drivers run collection rounds through every UK region — at least twice a week, and three times in most regions, so you are never waiting long. Grouped rounds cost less than a dedicated call-out; ask for your area's next round when you book.
52 Camberwell Church St, London SE5 8QZ
Call ahead on 07946 272819 and we'll be ready for you — everything is weighed, logged and signed for on the spot.
The £20 air handling fee still applies (waived on 100kg+). Sea items: just the price in the table.
Vehicle Export Rates
UK → Lagos via RoRo or Container | LHD vehicles only
| Vehicle Type | Method | Indicative Freight | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard saloon/hatchback | RoRo to Lagos | From £800 | Excludes Nigerian import duty |
| SUV/4x4 | RoRo to Lagos | From £950 | Excludes Nigerian import duty |
| Van/minibus | RoRo/Container | From £1,100 | Excludes Nigerian import duty |
| Pickup truck | RoRo to Lagos | From £900 | Excludes Nigerian import duty |
Common Questions About Shipping Costs
How much does it cost to ship to Nigeria from the UK?
Air freight from the UK to Nigeria is £5.80 per kg plus a £20 handling fee, with a 10kg minimum — so a 10kg parcel is £78 and 30kg is £194. On shipments of 100kg or more the £20 handling fee is waived. Sea cargo: a barrel is £120 (or £170 if we supply the barrel), an Amazon bag is £80, a Ghana Must Go bag is £70, a size-38 box (your own) is £100 — we sell Amazon boxes at £15 each if you need one — and shared-container space starts from around £18 per cubic foot. A full 20ft container starts from £6,500. Collection is free within 20 miles of our Camberwell office; a collection fee applies beyond that — or drop off free at 52 Camberwell Church St, London SE5 8QZ. Call Precebol for a precise quote.
How much does it cost to ship a barrel to Nigeria?
Shipping a standard 45–55 gallon barrel by sea to Nigeria is £120 if you supply your own barrel, or £170 all-in if we supply it (£120 shipping + £50 for the barrel). An Amazon bag is £80, a Ghana Must Go bag is £70, and a size-38 box (your own) is £100; we sell Amazon boxes at £15 each. Collection is free within 20 miles of our Camberwell office; outside that radius a collection fee applies, or you can drop off free at 52 Camberwell Church St, London SE5 8QZ. Contact us for delivery to states outside Lagos.
Are Nigerian import duties included in the shipping quote?
No. Nigerian import duties are levied by Nigeria Customs on the receiving end and are separate from freight charges. For personal effects, duty is generally lower than for commercial goods. For vehicles, import duty is substantial and depends on vehicle value. We advise on expected duty levels when quoting so you have a full picture of cost.
What is the cheapest way to ship to Nigeria from the UK?
Sea cargo is the most cost-effective option for heavy or bulky items — typically 60–70% cheaper per kilogram than air freight. Shared container (LCL) shipping lets you pay only for the space you use. The trade-off is transit time: sea takes 5–6 weeks door-to-door versus 7–10 working days by air.
How can I pay Precebol Logistics?
We accept card, cash and bank transfer. You can pay by card or cash when you drop off at 52 Camberwell Church St, London SE5 8QZ, or by bank transfer if that suits you better — ask us for the account details when you book. Prices are quoted and charged in pounds sterling, and there is nothing further to pay on arrival in Nigeria.
Get Your Exact Quote in 2 Hours.
Tell us what you're shipping, the weight, and where it needs to go in Nigeria. We'll send you a full itemised quote within 2 business hours — no obligation.