Equipment TechnologyNigeria2026-04-034 min readSource：平台整理 · 依据主管机构与清关公开规则

Nigeria: used machinery and the SONCAP

Used machines entering Nigeria need age, hours and conformity documents aligned.

Key points

Used machinery entering Nigeria is checked on age, hours and safety devices alongside conformity documents, and declarations must match the nameplate.
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.
This compiles public rules for pre-shipment checks; applicable categories, inspection bodies and documents are confirmed by the destination authority and the importer.

Used machinery entering Nigeria is checked on age, hours and safety devices alongside conformity documents, and declarations must match the nameplate.

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.

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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