Nigeria: common blockers in the SONCAP process
In Nigeria, the SONCAP most often trips on document consistency and inspection timing.

Key points
- Since 27 March 2026, Form M, certification and clearance verification run through the single window (NSW); the CISS fee was replaced by a 4% FOB FCS levy.
- Obtain the Product Certificate (PC1 single shipment 6 months, PC2/PC3 one year).
- This compiles public rules for pre-shipment checks; applicable categories, inspection bodies and documents are confirmed by the destination authority and the importer.
Since 27 March 2026, Form M, certification and clearance verification run through the single window (NSW); the CISS fee was replaced by a 4% FOB FCS levy. Confirm current rules with SON.
Obtain the Product Certificate (PC1 single shipment 6 months, PC2/PC3 one year)
This compiles public rules for pre-shipment checks; applicable categories, inspection bodies and documents are confirmed by the destination authority and the importer.
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