Sea Cargo to Nigeria from the UK 

The cost-effective route for barrels, boxes, furniture and containers — sea freight to Nigeria via the Lagos ports (Apapa and Tin Can Island) from £70 per bag.

  • UK–Africa freight forwarder · since 2007
  • Air & sea cargo, door-to-door
  • All-in GBP · no charges at the African end
  • Free UK collection → 45+ African countries

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Rolats ships sea cargo from the UK to Nigeria via the Lagos ports (Apapa and Tin Can Island) — the economical choice for barrels, boxes, furniture, vehicles and full 20ft/40ft containers. Sea cargo starts from £70 per bag, with nationwide UK collection into our Dagenham depot and Form M and SONCAP handled at the Nigeria end.

Why choose sea cargo to Nigeria? 

Sea freight is the cost-effective option when timing is flexible — perfect for bulk and heavy items.

  • Best value for barrels, boxes, furniture and household goods
  • LCL groupage (share a container) or FCL (your own 20ft/40ft)
  • Frequent sailings via the Lagos ports (Apapa and Tin Can Island)

How much does sea cargo to Nigeria cost? 

Sea cargo starts from £70 per bag and varies with volume and barrel/box count — call or email for a quote. Full 20ft/40ft containers are quote-only. Everything is priced all-in, in GBP, with no charges at the Nigeria end.

How long does sea cargo to Nigeria take? 

Sea cargo via the Lagos ports (Apapa and Tin Can Island) typically takes around 4–6 weeks port-to-port plus inland delivery to Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt and nationwide. We give you a realistic transit window with every quote.

Customs door delivery 

We raise Form M and SONCAP and prepare the documentation so your cargo clears without delay, then deliver to the recipient's door across Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt and nationwide.

Frequently asked questions 

From £70 per bag; full containers are quote-only. All-in GBP with no charges at the Nigeria end.

Typically around 4–6 weeks via the Lagos ports (Apapa and Tin Can Island), plus onward delivery.

Yes — 20ft and 40ft FCL, or LCL groupage to share a container. Container shipping is quote-only.

Have more questions? See all frequently asked questions or contact us.

Send sea cargo to Nigeria 

Get a clear, all-in quote in GBP — no charges at the African end. Call, WhatsApp or send us your details.