Transit
21–32 days
Services
RoRo / Container / Shared Container
UK Loading
Tilbury, Southampton
From
£1,400
Sailing frequency and operators
Weekly RoRo via Grimaldi WAF service; multiple container sailings. Carriers serving Tin Can Island (Lagos) include Grimaldi Lines, Sallaum Lines, Maersk, MSC.
Terminal and facilities
Dedicated RoRo ramp, Customs Examination Yard, CFS for shared containers and a NAFDAC inspection area for restricted goods.
Customs and import
20% duty plus 15% NAC levy on cars under 15 years; vehicles 15+ years are prohibited. 7.5% VAT, 0.5% ETLS and 1% CISS apply. Form M must be opened before loading.
See the full Nigeria destination guide for documents, age limits and tax detail.
Insider tips for Tin Can Island (Lagos)
Use a Nigerian licensed clearing agent registered at TCIP. Apapa is congested; insist on a Tin Can Island ticket to keep dwell time under 14 days.
Frequently asked questions
Can I import a car over 15 years old to Lagos?
No, Nigeria prohibits import of vehicles 15+ years old. Such vehicles will be re-exported or destroyed at the importer's cost.
How much is total tax at Tin Can Island?
Combined duty, levy, VAT, ETLS and CISS typically total 40–55% of the CIF value, plus terminal charges of around NGN 250,000.