How long does shipping from Dubai to Nigeria take?
Sea freight to Lagos (Apapa or Tin Can Island) typically takes about 4–6 weeks, plus clearance.


Pollux Motors exports cars from Dubai to Nigeria, a major destination for SUVs and durable vehicles, with shipping and documentation handled end to end.
Container shipping is strongly recommended for security; RoRo is available where appropriate.
Around 4–6 weeks by sea to Lagos.
Usually routed to Lagos (Apapa or Tin Can Island).
Nigeria levies import duty plus levies based on the vehicle, and clearance at Lagos benefits from an experienced local agent. We provide all export documentation and coordinate freight.
Sea freight to Lagos (Apapa or Tin Can Island) typically takes about 4–6 weeks, plus clearance.
SUVs and reliable sedans such as the Toyota Highlander, Lexus RX, and Toyota Camry are consistently in demand.
We strongly recommend container shipping to Nigeria for security and condition, particularly for higher-value vehicles.
Ready to start, or have a question about Nigeria? Talk to the Pollux concierge.