Shipping from Nigeria to the USA with County Cargo: Rates, Transit Times & Packaging Guide
Connect with your loved ones, eCommerce clients, and retail buyers across all 50 US states. Explore clear per-kilogram rates, official transit windows, FDA food clearance guidelines, and doorstep delivery protocols.
Route Quick Snapshot: Nigeria to USA
Reliable Air Cargo & International Shipping from Nigeria to the United States
The United States is home to one of the largest, most vibrant Nigerian diaspora communities globally. From the bustling business centers of Houston and Dallas to Atlanta, Prince George’s County in Maryland, Northern New Jersey, New York City, and Southern California, the demand for fast and reliable shipping from Nigeria to the USA is at an all-time high.
Whether you are an individual sending authentic dry foodstuffs, bespoke African fashion pieces, and gifts to family members, or an entrepreneur fulfilling cross-border orders on Etsy, Amazon, or independent webshops, County Cargo provides end-to-end transatlantic freight logistics with transparent pricing, complete customs handling, and verified doorstep delivery.
Transparent Pricing Tiers for Shipping from Nigeria to the USA
Unlike unverified freight forwarders who surprise shippers with hidden clearance surcharges or unannounced fuel levies, County Cargo operates on upfront, clear rates backed by our central pricing schedule:
Value Air Cargo (Nigeria to USA)
Economical consolidated air freight ideal for personal belongings, dried foodstuffs, textiles, and bulk trade.
Express Courier (Nigeria to USA)
Accelerated priority shipping via global carrier networks for documents, urgent commercial samples, and parcels under 10 kg.
How to Ship from Nigeria to the USA: 5 Easy Steps
Sending your items across the Atlantic with County Cargo is seamless and stress-free. Follow this simple workflow to get your packages delivered safely to American doorsteps:
Book & Prepare
Register your consignment online or via WhatsApp with accurate item details and recipient US address.
Drop-off or Pickup
Drop off at our Lagos or Abuja hub, or schedule doorstep collection for ₦5,000.
Weighing & Invoicing
Items are inspected, weighed, securely packaged, and invoiced via our live billing system.
Air Transit
Consolidated cargo boards direct scheduled transatlantic flights from Lagos to our US customs clearance gateways.
Final Delivery
Cleared cargo is dispatched to local courier partners for safe residential or business door delivery.
Shipping Foodstuffs to the USA: FDA Guidelines & Prohibited Items
Nigerian food items are among the most popular items shipped to the United States. However, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) enforce strict regulations to protect agriculture and bio-security. County Cargo guides you through compliant preparation.
- Completely Dried Fish & Shrimps: Smoked catfish, panla, and crayfish with zero moisture.
- Dry Grains & Flours: Garri (Ijebu and yellow), yam flour (elubo), plantain flour, and bean flour.
- Milled Seeds & Condiments: Melon seed (egusi), ogbono, iru (locust beans - dried), and cameroon pepper.
- Packaged Spices & Herbs: Suya pepper (without meat), curry, thyme, bitter leaf, and scent leaf (dry).
- Processed Snacks: Chin chin, plantain chips, baked dry pastries in commercial wrappers.
- ✕Fresh or Processed Meat Products: Beef, ponmo (cow skin), kilishi, goat meat, chicken, pork, and bushmeat.
- ✕Wet or Fresh Produce: Fresh tomatoes, garden eggs, raw vegetables, fresh yams, and unpeeled tubers.
- ✕Unpasteurised Dairy & Wet Liquids: Local raw milk, open oils, and flammable liquids.
- ✕Hazardous & Controlled Substances: Prescription pharmaceuticals without FDA certification, weapons, and narcotics.
- ✕Counterfeit Goods & Infringing Apparel: Knock-off designer clothing, accessories, or unauthorized media.
Understanding Volumetric Weight for USA Air Cargo
A frequent question from international shippers is how air freight weight is calculated. Under standard International Air Transport Association (IATA) rules, airlines charge based on the chargeable weight, which is whichever is higher between:
- Actual Gross Weight: The physical weight of your package on a calibrated digital scale (in kilograms).
- Volumetric (Dimensional) Weight: The volume of space your box occupies in the airplane cargo hold.
Example: A box weighing 12 kg with dimensions 50 cm × 50 cm × 40 cm has a volumetric weight of (50 × 50 × 40) ÷ 5,000 = 20 kg. In this scenario, 20 kg is billed as the chargeable weight. County Cargo logistics agents assist you in repackaging and consolidating to eliminate dead space and save money.
County Cargo Drop-off Centers in Nigeria
You can drop off your US-bound parcels directly at our fully staffed logistics hubs in Lagos and Abuja, or book an on-demand doorstep collection:
Address: Suite F8, Magnet Shopping Plaza, 525 Agege Motor Road, Ladipo-Oshodi, Lagos.
Rate: ₦16,000 / kg (Value Cargo, 10kg min)
Operating Hours: Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Saturday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Address: Shop HF426, Turai Yar’adua Block, Wuye Ultra Modern Market, 697 Idris Gidado Street, Wuye, Abuja.
Rate: ₦17,000 / kg (Value Cargo, 10kg min)
Operating Hours: Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Frequently Asked Questions (Shipping to USA)
Ready to Ship from Nigeria to the USA?
Get fast, secure air cargo delivery starting from ₦16,000/kg. Drop off in Lagos or Abuja, or schedule a convenient doorstep pickup today.