43 Commodities Previously Restricted From Forex in Nigeria: What Importers Need to Know in 2026
Understanding the CBN’s Current Position on Import Forex, International Shipping and Customs If you have searched online for information about “commodities not valid for forex in Nigeria,” you may still find articles listing rice, cement, poultry, vegetable oil, steel products, textiles, furniture and other commodities as products that cannot access foreign exchange. Much of that […]
Nigeria Import Prohibition List: What Importers Must Check Before Shipping
A Professional Guide to Prohibited Goods, HS Codes, ECOWAS Origin, Import Compliance and Pre-Shipment Risk International sourcing has never been more accessible. A Nigerian manufacturer can purchase machinery from Europe. A distributor can source merchandise from Asia. An oil and gas company can procure equipment from the United States. A business can source agricultural products, […]
Shipping Dimensional Weight: How to Reduce Chargeable Weight and Freight Cost
How to Reduce Chargeable Weight and Control Your Freight Cost Understanding Dimensional Weight Before You Ship One of the most common sources of confusion in international freight forwarding is the difference between what a shipment weighs on a scale and what the carrier charges for. A customer may have a package that physically weighs only […]
15% Discount Off Parcel Delivery
It is not every day that we are able to offer our subscribers some substantial rebates. That’s why we are extremely pleased to offer 15% discount off parcel delivery tagged “Award Celebration Discount” on Sign-ups for the following services: · VHI Less than Truck Load service (LTL) · VHI Courier & Parcel service · Post […]
FG to Bar Imported Ships from 2022
As part of efforts to encourage local participation in ship building, the Federal Government of Nigeria has commenced the process of placing a ban on importation of certain categories of vessels into the country by 2022. The Director-General of Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dakuku Peterside, disclosed this to journalists in Lagos, urged […]
7.5% VAT on Imports in Nigeria: Understanding VAT, Customs Duty & Total Landed Cost
CUSTOMER NOTICE: 7.5% VAT ON SERVICES AND IMPORT COSTS Valuehandlers – VAT & Customs Cost Compliance Notice Effective Date: 1 February 2020 Valuehandlers wishes to formally notify our customers, business partners, and other stakeholders that, in compliance with applicable Nigerian tax legislation, we apply the statutory 7.5% Value Added Tax (VAT) to taxable services rendered […]
How to Buy from the USA and Ship to Nigeria
A Complete Guide to U.S. Online Shopping, Freight Forwarding & Delivery Buy from the USA. Ship to Nigeria with Confidence. The internet has fundamentally changed how Nigerians source products, equipment, spare parts and merchandise from international markets. Today, a buyer in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Kano or anywhere else in Nigeria can search for a […]
CONDITIONS FOR USA FREIGHT CONSOLIDATION SERVICE
Have you procured some items, goods, parcels from any of the USA stores, or you have a package(s) to send from the USA to Nigeria which is not economically advisable for direct shipping? Then you need a consolidation service. Have you tried consolidation service but got stressed along the line? There was a mixed-up somewhere […]
CORONAVIRUS: ADIDAS, OTHERS SHUT DOWN STORES IN CHINA
The information reaching us confirmed that Merchants are now shutting down their stores in China because of the negative effect Coronavirus is throwing at their businesses. It was gathered that Coronavirus in China is heavily affecting businesses as claimed by merchants. Among the merchants, Adidas on Wednesday announced her temporarily shutting down a considerable number […]
How to Calculate your Shipment Weights
How to Calculate Shipment Weight: Actual, Dimensional & Billable Weight Explained Why Your Freight Forwarder May Charge You More Than Your Scale Shows One of the most common sources of misunderstanding between shippers and freight forwarders is shipment weight. An importer may weigh a carton at 10 kg and expect to be charged for 10 […]
Freight Forwarding to Nigeria | International Shipping & Customs
International Freight Forwarding to Nigeria: Professional Shipping, Customs & Logistics Solutions Your International Freight Forwarding Partner for Nigeria International shipping is not simply about moving cargo from one country to another. For businesses importing into Nigeria, successful cargo delivery requires coordination across overseas suppliers, exporters, shipping lines, airlines, ports, terminals, customs authorities, regulatory agencies, trucking […]
11 Benefits of Cargo Insurance for Your Business
11 Strategic Benefits of Cargo Insurance for Importers, Exporters and Global Supply Chains Why Cargo Insurance Should Be Part of Every International Shipping Strategy Every international shipment represents more than the physical movement of goods—it represents an investment, a contractual obligation, and often a critical link in a business’s supply chain. Whether you are importing […]
Trusted Online Stores in China | 32 Reliable Chinese Marketplaces for Nigerian Importers
Trusted Online Stores in China: The Complete Sourcing Guide for Nigerian Importers 32 Reliable Chinese Online Marketplaces Every Importer Should Know China remains the world’s largest manufacturing hub and one of Nigeria’s most important trading partners. Every year, thousands of Nigerian businesses source products from Chinese manufacturers, wholesalers, and online marketplaces to support industries such […]
NAFDAC Regulatory Compliance & International Trade in Nigeria
The Executive Guide to Importing NAFDAC-Regulated Products Successfully Strategic Procurement, Regulatory Compliance, Import Permits, Customs Documentation and Supply Chain Management Guide Executive Summary Successful international trade extends considerably beyond identifying overseas suppliers and arranging shipment to Nigeria. Increasingly, organizations are required to navigate sophisticated regulatory frameworks designed to protect consumers, strengthen supply chain integrity, and […]
Documents You Need to Clear an Imported Vehicle at Nigerian Seaports (2026 Guide)
Documents You Need to Clear an Imported Vehicle at Nigerian Seaports Importing a vehicle into Nigeria is more than purchasing a car and arranging shipping. The most critical phase of the entire importation process is customs clearance. A perfectly purchased vehicle can remain trapped at the port for weeks—or even months—because of incomplete documentation, ownership […]
TRANSPORTATION OF MEDICAL AND FOOD MATERIALS DURING COVID-19 LOCKDOWN.
What an amazing year 2020, we started with a strong passion to make things better by building on the success of 2019. Like a wild wind, it blows and turns the table upside down. scattered everything and enforced a pause on every pursuits and endeavor. Coronavirus the unwanted guest of the Year. It crept in […]
LTL SERVICE VS LOCKDOWN WITHIN NIGERIA
If you are a business owner, pharmacists, Food supply chain merchant, anywhere in Nigeria, you must have realized that there is a need for diversifying our approach to reaching out to our customers as lockdown has perpetually affected the business and fundamentally change business. Every smart enterprise and proactive business owner is now sourcing for […]
Documents Required When Shipping and Importing into Nigeria
A Complete Guide to Import Documentation, Regulatory Compliance and Customs Clearance Successful importation into Nigeria begins long before your cargo arrives at the seaport or airport. Whether you are importing manufacturing equipment, medical devices, food products, construction materials, industrial machinery, or consumer goods, the success of your shipment depends largely on the accuracy and completeness […]
How to Process PAAR in Nigeria | Documents, Procedures, Timelines & Common Customs Delays
The Executive Guide to Pre-Arrival Assessment Reports, Documentation & Customs Compliance Understanding the Nigeria Customs PAAR Process, Required Documents, Timelines and Common Reasons for Delays Every commercial import into Nigeria follows a structured customs documentation process designed to facilitate legitimate trade while ensuring compliance with the import regulations of the Federal Government of Nigeria. One […]
FG COVID 19 GUIDELINES: Valuehandlers International commitments
FG COVID 19 GUIDELINES: Valuehandlers International promise commitment to interstate delivery services All Nigeria churches and Mosques have been directed to reopen in accordance with their State Government prescribed protocols with effect from June 2, 2020, while all schools remain closed. This follows the new set of directives and guidelines issued by the Federal Government […]
Package Shipping from USA to Nigeria- Send Packages Fast & Cheap
Cheap and fast Shipping Mode for Packages from US to Nigeria: Package shipping from USA can be done using VHI Air Express shipping service or by VHI Premium consolidation shipping service, which is the budget economy shipping of Valuehandlers designed to help Nigerian businesses and individuals to safe cost of shipping on packages. Shipping time from USA […]
Shipping to Nigeria | Parcel from US (Cheap & Fast)
Shipping to Nigeria | Parcel from US (Cheap & Fast) Send Parcel to Nigeria from suppliers and individuals in the USA with low budget economy. Our Rates are competitive. Shipping mode Air freight is fast to ship your parcel from businesses / individuals / or suppliers in US, to Nigeria. Our air service offers discount […]
Air Freight Consolidation | Shipping to Nigeria | Save Money Today
Affordable Air Freight Consolidation Shipping to Nigeria | Save up to 80% on Shipping Costs Cheap & Reliable Air Freight Consolidation Services to Nigeria Looking for the cheapest way to ship small packages, commercial goods, or merchandise to Nigeria? Valuehandlers International Limited provides affordable and reliable Air Freight Consolidation Shipping to Nigeria for businesses and […]
RORO Freight Shipping to Nigeria | Guide to Shipping Vehicles, Heavy Equipment & Customs Clearance
RORO Freight Shipping to Nigeria: The Executive Guide to Shipping Vehicles, Heavy Equipment and Wheeled Cargo Successfully Strategic Procurement, Specialist Project Logistics, Customs Clearance and Last-Mile Delivery Guide Executive Summary International trade continues to reshape how businesses procure vehicles, heavy equipment, and industrial assets across global markets. From passenger vehicles and commercial trucks to construction […]
International Flight Reopens: Approved Airlines
Here are the approved airlines for your next international trip as the Federal Government reopens some airlines for commencement of International flight in September, 2020. The minister of Aviation Hadi Sirika has released the list of the approved airlines for the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja and the Murtala Muhammed International Airport Lagos. APPROVED AIRLINES The airlines approved […]