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Export Guide · Nigeria 🇳🇬

Dubai engines
delivered to Nigeria.

Muvion ships engines and auto parts from Jebel Ali (Dubai) directly to Apapa Port and Tin Can Island, Lagos. Transit averages 35–40 days by sea. We handle UAE-side documentation — including SONCAP pre-shipment inspection coordination — and all payment terms are agreed in writing before you transfer.

Nigeria remains the largest market in West Africa for used engines, and Dubai has become the preferred source over UK or Japanese auctions: Gulf-spec vehicles run lower mileage, avoid the corrosion common in UK imports, and shipping via Jebel Ali is faster and cheaper than sourcing from further afield. Since 2026, Nigerian customs require a pre-shipment inspection certificate on every used engine consignment — we coordinate that inspection in Dubai before the container is sealed, so there are no surprises at Apapa.

Form M (the forex pre-registration required by the Central Bank of Nigeria) must be opened before loading, not after — we build it into the order timeline from day one. Once your container lands, port clearing through a licensed agent typically takes 5–7 working days, assuming SONCAP, Form M, and the commercial invoice are already in order.

Destination port

Apapa / Tin Can Island, Lagos

Sea transit

35–40 days

Import duty

35% CIF + 7.5% VAT

Port clearing

5–7 working days

Required import documents

Form MForex pre-registration — must be obtained BEFORE loading
SONCAP CertificateStandards Organisation of Nigeria Conformity Assessment Programme
Pre-shipment inspection certMandatory from Q2 2026 for all used engines
Commercial invoiceIn USD; must match Form M value exactly
Bill of ladingIssued by shipping line at Jebel Ali
Packing listItemised per container/pallet
Certificate of OriginUAE Chamber of Commerce issued

Duty rates based on HS 8407/8408 published tariff (June 2026). Verify current rates with a licensed Nigerian clearing agent before shipment.

Common questions

How much does it cost to import an engine from Dubai to Nigeria?

Total landed cost is the engine price plus freight, 35% CIF import duty, 7.5% VAT, and port clearing (typically $280–$480). Use the landed cost calculator to run the numbers for a specific engine.

How long does shipping take from Dubai to Lagos?

Sea freight from Jebel Ali to Apapa or Tin Can Island averages 35–40 days, followed by 5–7 working days for port clearing once a licensed agent has all documentation.

Do I need a SONCAP certificate to import a used engine?

Yes. SONCAP (Standards Organisation of Nigeria Conformity Assessment Programme) certification is required for engine imports, alongside a pre-shipment inspection certificate, which has been mandatory since Q2 2026.

Can I buy a Toyota engine from Dubai and ship it to Nigeria?

Yes — Toyota engine codes like the 1GR-FE, 2UZ-FE, and 1VD-FTV are common UAE stock. Muvion handles UAE-side inspection, documentation, and export dispatch to Apapa or Tin Can Island.

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