DOCUMENT GUIDE

Country Document Guide

Select a destination country to see the trade documents required for import clearance, with practical notes.

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Nigeria

Required

1
Commercial Invoice
The core document stating the transaction value and terms. Customs at destination uses it to assess duties.
2
Packing List
States quantity, weight and volume per package, enabling fast inspection and customs clearance.
3
Shipper's Letter of Instruction
Your instructions to the carrier for the shipment. It is the basis for drafting the Bill of Lading.
4
SONCAP Certificate
A conformity certificate for products regulated in Nigeria, issued by an approved certification body. Also confirm that your consignee has opened Form M before shipment. Upload the issued certificate.
Regulated products need SONCAP certification, and the consignee must open Form M before shipment — confirm both with your customs agent.
5
Certificate of Origin
Certifies where the goods were produced. Required to claim preferential (FTA) duty rates.
COO generally required for Nigerian import clearance.

Optional

6
Dangerous Goods Declaration
Required only for dangerous goods, prepared under the IMDG Code.
Only if the cargo is classified as dangerous goods (IMDG).