Shipping from Nigeria to UK
Send parcels, foodstuffs, and business cargo from Nigeria to any doorstep in the UK. Choose Express for 3–5 day delivery, or Value Export starting from ₦10,000/kg with zero customs duties for the receiver in the UK.
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Express Export & Value Export Rates
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| Service Level | Transit Time | Rate Structure | Min. Weight | UK Customs Duties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express Export | 3–5 Working Days | Calculated by weight & volume | 0.5 kg (No Min) | Recipient pays if UK duty applies |
| Value Export | 5-10 business days | ₦10,000/kg (Lagos) ₦11,000/kg (Other States) | 10 kg minimum | £0 (Guaranteed zero fees) |
Express Export
Priority AirFast air shipping for urgent items: university transcripts, legal documents, fashion samples, and time-sensitive packages heading anywhere in the UK.
- Fast Flights: Leaves on scheduled flights from Lagos, delivering in 3 to 5 working days.
- No Minimum Weight: Send letters, certificates, and small parcels starting from 0.5kg.
- Direct Doorstep Delivery: Delivered straight to homes, student accommodation, or offices across the UK.
- Customs Duties: Recipient pays if UK duty applies (documents and standard gift items are usually duty-free).
Value Export
Zero Customs FeesOur consolidated air cargo for foodstuffs, family care packages, African clothing, and business inventory. We handle UK customs clearance so your recipient pays nothing on arrival.
- Zero Customs Guarantee: 100% customs cleared. The person receiving your package in the UK pays £0.
- Foodstuffs Welcome: Send egusi, crayfish, dried fish, ogbono, dry pepper, native spices, yam flour, and grains.
- Best for Heavier Boxes: 10kg minimum weight, giving you the best rate for personal boxes and restocks.
- UK Nationwide Delivery: Delivered directly to the recipient's door in England, Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland.
Delivered to Any Door in the UK
From Peckham, Woolwich, and Lewisham to Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow, and Belfast, your box goes straight to the recipient's door.
Greater London
High DensityKey Metros & Distribution Areas:
Peckham, Woolwich, Dartford, Lewisham, Croydon, Wembley, Stratford
West Midlands
Major HubKey Metros & Distribution Areas:
Birmingham Central, Coventry, Wolverhampton, Solihull, Dudley
Greater Manchester & North West
Direct RouteKey Metros & Distribution Areas:
Manchester, Salford, Liverpool, Bolton, Stockport, Oldham
West Yorkshire & East Midlands
Daily DispatchKey Metros & Distribution Areas:
Leeds, Bradford, Sheffield, Leicester, Nottingham, Derby
Scotland & Wales
NationwideKey Metros & Distribution Areas:
Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Dundee, Cardiff, Newport, Swansea
Northern Ireland & South
Doorstep DeliveryKey Metros & Distribution Areas:
Belfast, Southampton, Portsmouth, Bristol, Brighton, Milton Keynes
What You Can and Cannot Ship
UK Border Force has strict rules on items entering the country, especially food. Here is what is allowed and what must stay behind.
What You Can Ship
Approved for Value Export & Express Services
- Dried & Packaged Foodstuffs: Egusi (ground), ogbono, blended crayfish, dry pepper, native soup spices, seasoning cubes, yam flour (elubo), plantain flour, and garri.
- Dried Fish & Seafood: Well-dried catfish, stockfish, mangala fish, and dried prawns (strictly limited to 10kg per shipment and must be vacuum-sealed).
- Dried Goat Meat: Maximum of 2kg per waybill (must be fully dehydrated and sealed).
- Nigerian Textiles & Fashion: Ankara fabrics, lace, Aso-oke, agbada, custom dresses, footwear, and fashion accessories.
- Natural Beauty & Personal Care: 100% unrefined raw shea butter (in solid sealed containers), black soap, and hair care items.
- Documents & Educational Materials: International passports, academic transcripts, legal contracts, certificates, and religious or literature books.
What You Cannot Ship
Prohibited by UK Border Force & Aviation Safety
- Perishables & Wet Foods: Fresh raw meat, fresh chicken, frozen fish, cooked meals, soups, or moisture-laden vegetables.
- Dairy & Egg Products: Fresh milk, cheese, and unpasteurized food items.
- Fresh Produce: Fresh fruits, live plants, seeds with soil, or cuttings regulated by DEFRA.
- Hazardous & Flammables: Perfumes, body sprays, aerosols, bleach, flammable solvents, or gasoline.
- Loose Lithium Batteries: Standalone power banks, loose batteries, and uncertified electronics.
- Contraband & Weapons: Firearms, ammunition, explosives, controlled drugs, and counterfeit currencies.
Mandatory UK Food Packaging Standards
UK border officers inspect food packages closely. Make sure your items meet these standards before you send:
Dried fish, crayfish, and spices must be sealed in heavy-duty vacuum bags. This keeps smells locked in and stops contamination.
Everything must be completely dry. Any dampness during flight will cause mold, which leads UK customs to seize and destroy the box.
Label each bag clearly in English (for instance: 'Ground Melon Seed / Egusi' or 'Dried Catfish'). Clear labels help UK inspectors clear your box without delay.
How to Send Your Parcel in 2 Steps
Sending parcels to family, students, or customers in the UK takes just a few minutes.
Register
Create a free account, enter your recipient's UK address, and see the exact rate.
Drop Off
Drop off at our Lagos or Abuja hub. We handle the flight and doorstep delivery across the UK.
From Your Kitchen or Shop to UK Doorsteps
With a large Nigerian community living in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, and across the UK, sending authentic food items, tailored clothes, and personal packages back and forth is an everyday need.
We run regular flights from Lagos to the UK and coordinate with trusted delivery networks to bring boxes straight to front doors in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. With Value Export, we handle all UK customs clearance upfront so your recipient doesn't get hit with unexpected duty fees.
Whether you are supplying an African grocery store in London, shipping custom Aso-ebi for a family wedding in Birmingham, or sending a care package to a student in Manchester, we make sure it gets there securely.
Why People Choose Haulam
No Surprise Customs Fees on Value Export
UK customs is cleared in advance so your recipient never receives an unexpected bill before delivery.
Doorstep Delivery Across the UK
From South London boroughs to Aberdeen, packages go straight to the recipient's home or business address.
Lagos & Abuja Drop-off Hubs
Drop off your parcel at our secure hubs in Lagos or Abuja once booked online.
Tracking From Start to Finish
Stay informed with updates from Lagos departure through transit to final doorstep delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about shipping to the UK from Nigeria.