Do you plan on exporting any goods from Nigeria? If so, then you should consider a lot before sending out your goods. Of course, some conditions depend on the state and country of the buyer, special means of exporting, quantities required. In addition to start your own export business, you should learn more about market’s situation, find a buyer and collect some documents needed for export.

Most people who plan to export some products, do not really know how to do it. So if you are among them, take a look at detailed information on export and some other tips how to export from Nigeria to other countries! There is no doubt that most often exported Nigerian product is oil. But now, due to the crash of oil prices, the exportation of this “black gold” becomes less and less attractive. For this reason, a lot of people involved in export try to find some new ways and new products to export.

According to statistics, the most popular non-oil products, which are exported from Nigeria are cocoa, cassava, rubber, wool, cotton, palm oil, wood logs (Iroko or Mahogany) groundnut oil, cashew, garlic, and other products. Nigeria mainly exports goods to Europe and Asia. Total profit is estimated to be about N682.5 billion. Nigerian government recently announced that in future they want to focus more on agricultural products export. This is because the prices on oil export decreased and therefore thre is an increasing demand for non-oil product export. Nigerian government launched a special governmental body, called Nigerian Export Promotion Council. The council works to encourage Nigerian industrialists, businessmen, and agriculturalists to export more non-oil products.

This is so that the government can increase export index, fight unemployment issue, and stabilize Nigeria’s economy. A guide for your flawless export business Are you interested? Then look at this detailed guide on how to export goods from Nigeria to other countries. The requirements for exporting goods to foreign countries depend mostly on what kind of product you plan to export. Easy steps for fast and smooth export are given in this 3-step guide.

How to export goods from Nigeria to other countries?
There is no doubt that most often exported Nigerian product is oil. But now, due to the crash of oil prices, the exportation of this “black gold” becomes less and less attractive. For this reason, a lot of people involved in export try to find some new ways and new products to export. According to statistics, the most popular non-oil products, which are exported from Nigeria are cocoa, cassava, rubber, wool, cotton, palm oil, wood logs (Iroko or Mahogany) groundnut oil, cashew, garlic, and other products.

Products for export
Nigeria mainly exports goods to Europe and Asia. Total profit is estimated to be about N682.5 billion. Nigerian government recently announced that in future they want to focus more on agricultural products export. This is because the prices on oil export decreased and therefore thre is an increasing demand for non-oil product export. Nigerian government launched a special governmental body, called Nigerian Export Promotion Council. The council works to encourage Nigerian industrialists, businessmen, and agriculturalists to export more non-oil products. This is so that the government can increase export index, fight unemployment issue, and stabilize Nigeria’s economy.

A guide for your flawless export business
Are you interested? Then look at this detailed guide on how to export goods from Nigeria to other countries. The requirements for exporting goods to foreign countries depend mostly on what kind of product you plan to export. Easy steps for fast and smooth export are given in this 3-step guide.

Export goods from Nigeria to other countries


Step 1: Do a research
When it comes to exporting any products from Nigeria to other countries, you have to research everything about the export business, as well as the goods you plan to export. Doing a survey prior to shipping goods and starting your own business is a very reasonable decision. Look at 6 tips on how to do a good research:

Think about how quickly you can establish foreign contacts and find enough customers to sell your goods to. Research the market satiation and find the countries which will be the best to export to. Once you find it, think about advertisement and promotion of your product.
Another thing to consider before starting the export business is cost. It is good to think about the cost of exporting products from Nigeria, which includes export duties. Calculate the cost and decide for yourself if you will be able to afford it.


Another important stage of export business is no doubt the shipping. You have to decide on means of transportation you will need to use to export the goods. Research the most convenient shipping companies or cargo flights that are available in Nigeria.


When you are done with transportation and market research, move to area of legal requirements. You need to find out what kind of documents you need and what are the conditions your company must adhere to. Also, pay attention to the certification process. Will the government require you to certify your goods or register them somehow?

Remember to visit Nigerian Export Promotion Council for more professional support.
If you know anyone that is doing the same business or plan to, it is always good to learn from them.


Register your export business

Step 2: Register your export business

If you plan to do a serious business, you will need to register your company. For this, you should head to Corporate Affairs Commissions. It is important to do this because your customer will check CAC site for more detailed information about your company. If they do not find anything, they are not likely they will not agree to cooperate with you. Since Nigeria has a reputation of not being a very trustworthy country, you had better register your business so that you can win the customers’ trust.

Registration of export goods from Nigeria to other countries

It is also important to have a Certificate of Incorporation and register at the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC). This is done by anyone who plans to export non-oil products from Nigeria to other foreign countries. Registration in NEPC costs about N11,000. It takes only a week to get your company registered.

Step 3: Search for foreign customers

We all know that the most important people in business are not bosses, but customers. If there are no customers, then there will be no business. For this reason, you have to search for customers very precisely. Since you will work with foreign clients, you have to work on promotion and creating a good visual picture of your company and products you export. Come up with a website design and promote it on web search platforms, such as Google or social media. Facebook and Instagram can also help, depending on the products you plan to export.

Create your website
You should have a multi-functional website that will display all products, along with your contact information and all the necessary information that the client might need. The Internet is literally the only way for you to get connected with clients and help your business develop. Cooperation with other companies can be also a solution since they can help you to find new partners and build some useful connections.

Exporting and packaging Nigerian foodstuff abroad is a very lucrative business, without a doubt you can making a fortune once you understand the procedures to become a success on this business. Exporting foodstuff like garri, kolanut, cashew, bean flower, garlic, ginger. E.t.c, has been on high demand for years due to low exportation of African foods compared to the populations of African living abroad .You can see why the business is very lucrative. If you are ready to invest and learn more about the business chat me on whatsapp for more info +2348168619124