Shipping from China to Nigeria
Seamless air cargo, sea freight, and express courier from Guangzhou, Yiwu, Shenzhen, 1688, and Alibaba direct to Lagos and all 36 Nigerian states.
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China to Nigeria Shipping Rates & Transit Times
Compare transparent rates and delivery speeds for Air Cargo, Sea Freight, and Express Courier from Guangzhou to Lagos and nationwide across Nigeria.
| Shipping Channel | Transit Time | Rate Structure (Lagos) | Min. Consignment | Customs & Port Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express Import (DHL) | 3–5 Business Days | Calculated by weight & dimensions | 0.5 kg (No Min) | Recipient pays if Nigeria Customs assesses duty |
| Value Air Cargo (Guangzhou Hub) | 10–15 Business Days | $10.50/kg (~₦14,595/kg) $11.50/kg outside Lagos | 15 kg minimum | 100% Cleared (Zero Fees in Lagos) |
| Sea Freight (Ocean Cargo) | 7–11 Weeks | $420/CBM (~₦583,800/CBM) $430/CBM outside Lagos | 0.5 CBM minimum | 100% Port Cleared (Apapa/Tincan) |
Express Import
Air Courier via DHLThe fastest shipping channel from China to Nigeria. Ideal for time-critical factory samples, contracts, high-value tech devices, and urgent replacements.
- Logistics Partner: Direct DHL Express network
- Tracking: End-to-end real-time tracking number
- Billing: Per kg (Gross or Volumetric / 5000)
- Best For: Samples, original documents & urgent stock
Value Air Cargo
Guangzhou ConsolidationTailored for 1688, Taobao, and Alibaba buyers. Consolidate small or large boxes at our Guangzhou warehouse with 100% customs clearance included.
- Zero Customs Fee: 100% cleared by Haulam in Lagos
- Minimum Weight: 15 kg per consignment
- Volumetric Divisor: Standard 5000 (L×W×H/5000)
- Best For: Fashion, electronics, retail stock & wholesale
Sea Freight
Ocean ConsolidationThe ultimate cost saver for heavy cargo, machinery, manufacturing tools, furniture, and large commercial container loads from Guangzhou to Lagos ports.
- Port Clearance: Apapa / Tincan port clearing handled
- Minimum Volume: Only 0.5 CBM
- Forwarding: Lagos pickup or doorstep across Nigeria
- Best For: Heavy machinery, furniture & building goods
Your Guangzhou Sourcing & Consolidation Hub
Haulam operates secure receiving and consolidation hubs in Guangzhou for your 1688, Taobao, and Alibaba consignments.
Direct Consolidation from China's Factories to Lagos
Strategically positioned in Guangzhou with swift domestic courier access to Shenzhen, Yiwu, Foshan, and Dongguan industrial clusters. Send orders from 1688, Taobao, and Alibaba directly to our intake facility for parcel inspection, repacking, and scheduled departures.
City & Province:
Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
Country: People's Republic of China
How to Order on 1688 & Ship to Nigeria
Shop from Suppliers
Browse products on 1688, Taobao, Made-in-China, or order directly from factories.
Get Hub Address in Portal
Log in to get your dedicated Guangzhou receiving address and unique Haulam marking ID.
We Consolidate & Ship
We inspect your packages, combine them to save freight costs, and clear Nigerian customs.
Doorstep Delivery
Receive your packages in Lagos or direct to your doorstep anywhere across Nigeria.
Multi-Supplier Consolidation
Buying from multiple manufacturers on 1688 or Taobao? Don’t pay individual international courier fees for every parcel. Ship all supplier packages to your dedicated Guangzhou address. We combine them into a single consolidated master carton, reducing billable volumetric weight.
Safe Electronics & Battery Flights
Importing smartphones, tablet screens, smartwatches, or laptops from Shenzhen and Guangzhou? Devices with built-in batteries are handled via scheduled air cargo flights with strict airline safety compliance and full Lagos customs clearance.
Pay 1688 Suppliers in Naira
Struggling without a Chinese bank card, Alipay passport verification, or WeChat Pay? Haulam solves supplier settlement friction. Provide your supplier’s Alipay QR code or 1688 pay-for-me link, settle in Naira via your Haulam account, and we confirm payment to your Chinese manufacturer within minutes.
CBM & Volumetric Weight Calculator
Never get surprised by freight bills. Test your package dimensions below to understand your billable air weight and ocean CBM.
Enter Box Dimensions
Air Cargo Volumetric Weight = (L × W × H) ÷ 5000.
Ocean Volume (CBM) = (L × W × H) ÷ 1,000,000.
💡 Money-saving tip: Haulam uses divisor 5000, which gives you lower chargeable weight than forwarders using 6000!
Calculated Freight Comparison
✨ Recommendation: For this parcel size, Value Air Cargo offers the fastest turnaround and most practical cost without waiting for sea container transit.
China to Nigeria Shipping Guidelines
Clear cargo classifications to keep your consignment customs-compliant, properly manifested, and free of delays.
Normal Cargo
Standard Air & Sea Rates- Fashion & Apparel: Clothes, shoes, handbags, human hair, wigs, fabrics, and jewelry.
- Home & Office: Furniture, light fixtures, kitchen utensils, and sanitary fixtures.
- Industrial & Hardware: Spare parts, factory tools, and non-electric hardware.
- Retail Supplies: Custom packaging, display stands, salon equipment, and toys.
Sensitive / Battery Goods
Special Airline Flight Manifest- Smartphones & Tablets: iPhones, Android phones, replacement screens, and phone cases.
- Smart Devices: Smartwatches, Bluetooth earbuds, headphones, and portable speakers.
- Computing & Solar: Laptops, motherboards, inverters, and solar charge controllers.
- 100% Cleared: Flown via compliant cargo routes with Lagos customs handled.
Prohibited Items
Strictly Prohibited by Law- Loose Lithium Batteries: Standalone battery cells and uncertified power banks.
- Hazardous Materials: Flammable liquids, combustible chemicals, aerosol sprays, and pressurized gas.
- Counterfeit Goods: Cloned designer brands with fake trademark logos.
- Contraband: Firearms, ammunition, narcotics, military camouflage, and currency.
Simplifying Sourcing & Logistics from China
Importing from China shouldn't be fraught with demurrage penalties, seized parcels, or unexpected tariff spikes at Lagos ports. Haulam operates a direct logistics conduit from Guangzhou to Nigeria with transparent pricing and full customs clearance.
Whether you are an e-commerce brand dropshipping from 1688, an importer supplying Balogun Market, or a construction firm bringing in plant equipment, we handle warehouse intake, packing, air freight, ocean transit, and Nigerian customs clearance.
With direct doorstep delivery across all 36 Nigerian states, your inventory reaches your warehouse or store reliably and on schedule.
The Haulam China Advantage
Guangzhou Consolidation
Consolidate purchases from multiple 1688 and Taobao suppliers into one shipment to minimize fees.
Zero Customs Fee Guarantee
Our Value Air and Sea Freight rates cover all customs duties and port clearance in Lagos.
Fair 5000 Divisor Formula
We calculate volumetric weight at divisor 5000, not 6000, saving you significant freight costs on boxed goods.
Nationwide Doorstep Forwarding & Lagos Pickup
Pick up at our central Lagos distribution center (address provided in your dashboard upon booking) or receive seamless doorstep delivery across Abuja, Port Harcourt, Kano, Onitsha, and all 36 Nigerian states.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about shipping packages, cargo, and containers from China to Nigeria.