Customs New Import Duty Calculator 2026: How to Check Your Duty at Apapa and Tin Can Before Clearing By Romeon Ropel
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has launched a new Import Duty Calculator for 2026 to help importers and clearing agents estimate their duty payment before their cargo arrives at Apapa , Tin Can Island , Onne and other ports. This follows complaints by importers that duty valuation at Lagos anchorage and terminals is not transparent and leads to overpayment and delays in berthing clearance. What is Customs Duty Calculator 2026 ? The Customs Duty Calculator is an online portal where you input your cargo details — HS Code , FOB value , weight, and quantity — and it calculates the total amount you will pay as Customs duty, VAT, and other charges at Apapa and Tin Can. According to NCS, the calculator uses the new 2026 exchange rate of N1,550 to $1 for duty assessment, and includes 7.5% VAT, 1% CISS, 4% FOB surcharge and ETLS levy. How to Check Your Duty at Apapa and Tin Can — Step by Step 1. Go to customs.gov.ng duty calculator portal 2. Select your port of arrival...