Trading across Nigeria’s borders, legally
Importing and exporting in Nigeria runs on paperwork: the right registrations, the right permits, and documents that satisfy Customs and the agencies. To export, you generally need NEPC exporter registration; to import regulated goods, you need the relevant agency approvals (SONCAP, NAFDAC). This guide maps the essentials.
Honest note: RenewPapers is not Customs, NEPC or the regulators. Registrations and permits are issued by them. What we do is register you, assemble the import/export documentation, and coordinate the approvals so your consignment clears.
The building blocks
- NEPC exporter registration — mandatory to export commercially from Nigeria.
- Company & tax basics — CAC, TIN and a corporate bank account underpin trade.
- Product approvals — regulated imports need SONCAP/NAFDAC; some goods need specific import permits.
- Documentation — Form M, PAAR and shipping documents for imports; export documentation for outbound trade.
What are you doing?
Importing or exporting?
Tell us what you are trading. We will handle the NEPC registration, agency approvals and documentation so your goods move without being stuck.
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