Shipping from the UK to Nigeria
Shipping cargo from the UK to Nigeria with County Cargo starts at £6.00 per kg for Lagos and £6.50 per kg for Abuja (+ £15 handling fee per consignment). Air cargo transit time is 5 to 10 working days from our weekly consolidation cut-off every Wednesday at 5:00 PM. Drop off free of charge at our London Charlton Depot (SE7 8NF) or Liverpool Warehouse (L1 0BG), or book UK doorstep collection (free across London for air freight 30kg+). Door-to-door delivery covers Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Kano, and all 36 states with complete customs clearance included.
UK to Nigeria Shipping Cost Calculator
Calculate accurate air and sea cargo costs from London, Liverpool, and nationwide UK to Lagos, Abuja, and all Nigerian states.
Volumetric formula: (L × W × H) / 5000. Airlines bill by whichever is greater.
Chargeable weight: 10.0kg (10kg actual vs 7.2kg volume)
*Rate estimate based on current tariffs. Volumetric checks performed upon depot receipt. Standard air £15 handling applies.
2026 UK to Nigeria Shipping Cost Examples
See exact pricing breakdowns for standard box weights and sea freight shipping barrels.
| Shipment Size / Weight | Standard Air Cost | Delivery Time | Service Breakdown & Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg Parcel | £45.00 | 5–10 Working Days (Air) | Small personal gifts, shoes, clothing, documents |
| 10 kg Box | £75.00 | 5–10 Working Days (Air) | £6.00/kg x 10kg + £15 handling fee (Qualifies for Free Abuja Local Delivery) |
| 20 kg Box | £135.00 | 5–10 Working Days (Air) | £6.00/kg x 20kg + £15 handling fee (Ideal for family care packages & clothes) |
| 30 kg Box | £195.00 | 5–10 Working Days (Air) | £6.00/kg x 30kg + £15 handling fee (Heavy personal luggage or online store stock) |
| 55-Gallon Jumbo Sea Barrel | Contact Depot | 4–8 Weeks (Sea) | Non-perishable provisions, toiletries, heavy household items & appliances |
UK Regional & Nigerian Destination Guides
London to Nigeria Shipping
Doorstep collection across Peckham, Woolwich, Wembley, Croydon & Greater London.
London to Lagos Guide
Direct air cargo to Murtala Muhammed Airport & Ladipo hub pickup.
London to Abuja Guide
Air cargo arriving via Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport & Garki depot collection.
London to Kano Guide
Bonded onward cargo transit to Sabon Gari commercial depot.
Liverpool to Nigeria Cargo
Drop off at Unit G6 Queens Dock warehouse L1 0BG.
Free Delivery to Abuja Offer
Free local FCT delivery for qualifying shipments weighing 10kg+.
Weekly Air Cargo Cut-Off: Wednesdays at 5:00 PM
To ensure predictable delivery schedules, County Cargo operates a strict weekly consolidation cycle. Packages received at our Liverpool depot or collected across Greater London, Manchester, and Birmingham by Wednesday 5:00 PM are processed, weighed, and dispatched on Friday cargo flights.
All cargo must be received at Liverpool depot or collected by Wednesday 5 PM.
Consolidations depart UK airports on Friday for weekend arrival in Lagos/Abuja.
Unit G6, Queens Dock Commercial Centre, 67–83 Norfolk Street, Liverpool, L1 0BG.
Mon – Fri: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Sat: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Packaging & Volumetric Weight Rules
Chargeable weight is calculated using the greater of actual scale weight (kg) and volumetric weight:
- Use double-wall cardboard boxes for heavy items to prevent bursting.
- Bubble wrap electronics and seal liquids in watertight bags.
- Secure 55-gallon sea barrels with heavy-duty locking rims.
Permitted Cargo vs. Prohibited UK-to-Nigeria Items
Ensure your items comply with Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) regulations.
Allowed & Common Cargo
Standard personal and commercial freight
- Laptops, smartphones, TVs, audio equipment, and computer parts
- Clothing, shoes, bags, baby gear, and fashion accessories
- Shipping barrels packed with dry food, toiletries, and household essentials
- Automotive spare parts, mechanical equipment, and hand tools
- Commercial stock, beauty products, and retail inventory
Strictly Prohibited Items
Banned under Nigeria Customs Import Prohibition List
- Firearms, ammunition, military uniforms, and tactical gear
- Counterfeit currency, unregistered narcotics, and illicit drugs
- Fireworks, hazardous explosives, and corrosive industrial chemicals
- Expired pharmaceutical products and perishable fresh foods
- Items on Nigeria Customs absolute import ban list
Our UK Drop-Off Points & Receiving Warehouses
Drop off your cargo directly at our staffed UK receiving depots, or book doorstep pickup across the UK.
County Cargo London Drop-Off
New Lydenburg Commercial Estate, New Lydenburg Street, Charlton, London, SE7 8NF
Coverage: Charlton, Greenwich, Woolwich, Blackheath, Lewisham, Deptford, Eltham & SE London.
Services: Drop-off, local pickup (Free for air cargo 30kg+, sea cargo for a small fee), air cargo & sea freight.
Opening Hours: Mon–Fri 9am–5pm | Sat 10am–2pm
Depot Contact: 07405 556668 (Phone & WhatsApp)
County Cargo Liverpool Receiving Depot
Unit G6, Queens Dock Commercial Centre, 67–83 Norfolk Street, Liverpool, L1 0BG
Coverage: Liverpool, Manchester, Preston, Leeds, North West England & nationwide collection.
Services: Online retail delivery hub, air freight consolidation & sea containers.
Opening Hours: Mon–Fri 9am–5pm | Sat 10am–2pm
Contact: +234 811 000 0421 / +44 7438 827464
UK to Nigeria Shipping FAQs
Everything you need to know about pricing, transit times, barrel shipping, and customs clearance.
Disclaimer: Rates quoted are subject to volumetric check and standard airline/port tariffs. £15 standard handling fee applies to air consignments. Free London collection applies to air cargo 30kg and above. Free Abuja delivery applies to qualifying consignments of 10kg+ while promotion remains active.