Car shipping to Nigeria from the UK-Roro and Containerised
Cargonaija has been shipping cars to Nigeria from the UK since 2009. We are one of the UK’s Car shipping giants to African countries especially Nigeria. We can help you with shipping any of the following: car, Van, Truck, 4×4 runner, Jeep, from the UK to Nigeria. In case you’re looking for a prudent way to send your vehicle, we are your best point of contact.
There are two vehicle shipping methods, which are Roro and container shipping methods. If you’re sending your car to Nigeria from the UK via the Roro method, you will need to deliver to Tilbury Dock which is
EDC Compound
Opposite 26 Berth
Tilbury Docks
Tilbury, Essex
RM18 7EH
Open weekdays only 0800 – 1630hrs
However, if you’re sending via Containerised shipping you will deliver to our container loading point in Upminster.
Roll on Roll Off Vehicle Shipping Dates to Tin Can Island, Lagos Nigeria from Tilbury UK
| Port of Departure | Closing Date | Sailing Date | Arrival Date |
| Tilbury | 26/03/25 | 30/03/25 | 17/04/25 |
| Tilbury | 09/04/25 | 16/04/25 | 29/04/25 |
| Tilbury | 23/04/25 | 26/04/25 | 11/05/25 |
| Tilbury | 07/05/25 | 11/05/25 | 26/05/25 |
| Tilbury | 21/05/25 | 24/05/25 | 08/06/25 |
Important Information when Shipping Car to Nigeria from the UK
If you’re shipping a car for the very first time, there is a host of information you need to familiarize yourself with. Cars, Van, trucks, etc are shipped by RORO and via Container. Generally, the difference in both is the price and the type or value of the vehicle you’re shipping. Vehicle shipping by the RORO method is ideal for cars of lower value, and the Container car shipping method is ideal for shipping luxury cars. If you’re thinking of going into the business of a car dealership back in your home country, you may want to explore the cheaper option.
There are many changes in relation to shipping vehicles to Nigeria from the UK. Below are the important rules all car importers need to Know.
The vehicle batteries will be disconnected when it arrives at the shipping port in the UK. Therefore, it’s extremely important not to cover the battery area with any load. The same battery disconnection rules apply to some cars such as Mercedes Benz with their battery compartment in the boot. So, if you have such a vehicle, it is important to remember not to load cargo covering the battery.
Car shippers can only load personal effects and some reasonable household effects in the car to be shipped. Food items especially perishable ones are not allowed to be loaded in the car to be shipped to Nigeria from the UK.
Hazardous items, fridges, mobile phones, and solar panels are also not allowed in the car to be shipped.
If you are shipping a vehicle such as trucks and trailers, they should be loaded in a way that it will allow for lashing check at the port.
If you are loading a vehicle on a truck or on a trailer, the vehicle loaded on them must be empty to avoid delay at the shipping port.
As part of safety standards, no children or animals are allowed at the shipping port
If you’re delivering a car or vehicle to the port for shipping, make sure you have the necessary booking form.
REQUEST FOR INSTANT QUOTE BY COMPLETING OUR VEHICLE BOOKING FORM ONCE YOU’RE READY TO SHIP YOUR CAR FROM UK TO NIGERIA
To ship a vehicle to Nigeria, we need to know what the dimension of the vehicle is, this is important for large vehicles such Van, truck etc. With a standard saloon car there is no need for dimension as there is a standard charge for shipping cars to Nigeria from the UK. Click here to know what your car dimension is, once you have known your vehicle dimension, other information we will require from you are listed below.
Is the car, van, truck to be shipped has all the export document?
2) Does the car, van, truck to be shipped year of registration inline the Nigeria government requirement for shipping cars into this country?
3) Is there a Road tax on the vehicle? If no, such car will require to be towed and additional cost will be applicable.
4) Are you putting some personal stuff onto the car, vehicle, Van, truck, etc? Generally, the weight load and the van shouldn’t exceed 3 Tons or (3000kg) to save you from unnecessary hassle. In this case, you need the container car shipping method as supposed the RORO car shipping method. The only downside to this is the safety of the goods loaded on it when it arrives at the port of destination in Nigeria.
Please feel free to contact us by phone or by email if you still have question in relation to shipping car to Nigeria from UK
We accept full payment from customers shipping their vehicles
We require a name customer’s name and address.
Consignee’s name and address are also required
Customers must provide the car/vehicle chassis number.
We require 48 hours’ notice for booking your shipment.
Non-runner cars are not accepted for Roro shipping.
Customers must notify us if other stuff is loaded in the car.
A vehicle ownership document (Logbook) is required from customers.
Our liability is limited to £25, customers shipping their vehicle are advised to take adequate Marine insurance on the vehicle to be shipped.
Customers are to deliver their vehicle to the port of shipment. Any vehicle to be shipped by the RoRo method must be drivable. In the case of containerized vehicle shipping, such vehicle must be drivable if not, the customer shipping the vehicle will bear the cost of recovery.
Please contact us if you still have further questions.
Please be aware that we provide vehicle pick up from anywhere within London and fuel surcharge applies if we are to collect from Manchester, Coventry, Milton Keynes, Southampton, Portsmouth, Northampton and Birmingham, Norwich, Leeds, Newcastle, and Liverpool.
Cars/Vehicles Shipping Prices to Nigeria (Tin Can Island Apapa Lagos) from the UK
Vehicle Type Roro (Price/Cost)
Saloon Car £510
4X4 & Jeep £660
Max Dim (25 CBM)
Van (Short)On Request
Max Dim (30 CBM)
Van (Medium)On Request
Van (Long)On Request
Container Shipping to Nigeria (Lagos)
Container Type Container (Price/Cost)
20FT £1300
40FT £1700
Please note that the price and cost above are for port-to-port shipping only. This does not include loading, haulage, and clearing costs. If you would need this extra service please ask for a quote.
Please note that the prices above are for a guide only and are subject to change. Please complete our vehicle booking form to get the current price.
RoRo Shipping Vs. Containerised Shipping
If you’re looking into shipping your car, whether it’s for relocation or just for the summer holidays, you’re probably wondering which is better: ro-ro (roll on roll off) or containerised.
RoRo ships are less expensive than containerised shipments and can be loaded quickly. They also unload more quickly at their destination. However, containers offer various other options to protect your vehicle during travel, such as wooden crates and plastic bubbles. Containerised shipments take longer, but they do come with the added protection that RoRos don’t provide.
Which one should you choose?
RoRo Shipping: What it is and What its Pros and Cons are
RoRo stands for Roll-On/Roll-Off. It is a type of shipping that allows vehicles to load directly onto the cargo ship without using cranes or other equipment. It’s basically like laying your car down flat and then rolling it into the cargo hold of the ship. It’s also called drive-on/drive-off because it doesn’t require loading by cranes or equipment.
The Pros of RoRo Shipping
There are several benefits to choosing RoRo shipping for your vehicle.
The cost of transport is significantly cheaper than containerised shipments. Therefore, shipping by RoRo is not only faster but also more affordable, which makes it the perfect choice for relocation.
This type of shipment is closer to door-to-door service than any other type of transportation. You simply drive your car onto the cargo ship, and it gets shipped directly to its destination.
It’s faster than any other type of transportation because there is no need for cranes or lorries, which lowers transit times and increases speed.
RoRo shipments only require the car to be driven on and off. Other types of transport, such as containerized shipping, need cars to be moved with cranes, which means they take up more space on board, and that’s why they cost more.
The Cons of RoRo Shipping
There are some cons related to RoRo shipping that you need to consider:
RoRo only ships cars and other vehicles (no other type of cargo can be transported). Because there is no loading or unloading equipment, RoRo transport doesn’t allow for the shipment of any kind of cargo.
It’s not as safe as containerised transportation because your car gets loaded and unloaded by a crane; this decreases safety precautions.
RoRo ships are not for everyone. If you have a car with high ground clearance or very low, this may be something to consider before committing. The cargo hold is completely flat and has no distinction between the deck and the walls; therefore, it can’t accommodate vehicles with extremely low heights or ones equipped with roof racks like SUVs.
Containerised Shipping: What it is and What its Pros and Cons are
Containerised shipping has become very popular in recent years because it can handle any number of types of cargo, including vehicles. It’s an enclosed box that gets loaded onto the cargo ship and then opened at its destination to unload your vehicle.
The Pros of Containerised Shipping
There are several benefits to choosing containerised shipment for your car:
Containerised shipping is the safest way to transport your car because no outside factors could affect your vehicle during transit. It’s also safer than RoRo transportation.
Containerised shipping ships cars and other cargo together, so you can carry more than just your vehicle if you need to ship large items like household goods.
Containerised shipping is quicker than RoRo because there is more space onboard and no need for cranes; this lessens transit times and increases speed.
The Cons of Containerised Shipping
There are some cons related to containerised shipping that you need to consider:
Containerised shipments are more expensive than RoRo because they can accommodate cargo other than cars, which increases the overall weight of the shipment and, therefore, the cost. In addition, containerised shipments use cranes for loading and unloading cargo; this makes both of these processes longer.
Containerised shipments can only transport vehicles and cargo that will fit inside the box; this type of shipment doesn’t allow for the transportation of larger vehicles such as motorhomes, SUVs or trucks.
Deciding Between RoRo and Containerised Shipping
Both types of car shipping have their pros and cons, and they both work great if you need to transport your car. But deciding between RoRo and containerised shipping will depend on what type of vehicle you want to ship, how much cargo you need to carry along with it, and how quickly you need the shipment to get there.
If you choose RoRo shipping for your car or any other type of vehicle that doesn’t have high ground clearance and you want to carry extra cargo with your vehicle, then your shipment will be costly, and you will only have the car itself in its transport box.
Containerised shipping lets you ship any type of cargo along with your vehicle, so it’s a more flexible option than RoRo. But if you choose containerised shipping for an SUV or a car with high ground clearance, you don’t have the option of carrying extra cargo because your vehicle won’t fit inside the enclosed box.
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