Shipping Documentation & Customs Clearance
Correct documentation is the difference between a shipment that flows and a shipment that stalls. KYNAO helps you prepare, verify and file the paperwork required at every stage.
- Export & Import Docs
- Customs Filing
- Compliance Guidance
Paperwork is the passport of your cargo
Every international shipment moves under the terms recorded on its documents. Accurate paperwork prevents delays, extra costs and detention at customs — and gives you legal protection at every step.
Documents required to export from Nigeria
Commercial Invoice
Details products, values and terms of sale between exporter and buyer.
Packing List
Itemised list of packages, weights and dimensions.
Certificate of Origin
Confirms the country in which the goods were produced.
Export Permit
Regulatory approval required for certain product categories.
Bill of Lading / Airway Bill
Contract of carriage issued by the shipping line or airline.
Insurance Certificate
Documents cargo insurance coverage for the shipment.
Documents required to import into Nigeria
Commercial Invoice
Invoice from the overseas supplier detailing the goods.
Packing List
Full breakdown of package contents and measurements.
Bill of Lading / Airway Bill
Proof of shipment issued by the carrier.
Form M
Nigerian Customs pre-arrival electronic import declaration.
PAAR / SONCAP
Pre-Arrival Assessment and product conformity where applicable.
Duty Assessment
Customs duty and levy calculation for the shipment.
Vehicle importation checklist
Everything you need to bring a vehicle into Nigeria smoothly.
Documents applicants should prepare
International Passport
Valid passport with at least six months validity.
Educational Certificates
Certified academic and professional qualifications.
Curriculum Vitae
Up-to-date CV outlining experience and skills.
Reference Letters
Professional references from prior employers.
Visa Documents
Documents required by the destination country's embassy.
Medical Certificate
Health clearance as required by the employer or country.
Six steps from filing to release
- 01
Documentation Preparation
Collate and verify all required documents.
- 02
Declaration Filing
Submit customs declarations electronically.
- 03
Duty Assessment
Customs calculate duties, VAT and levies.
- 04
Payment
Duties are paid via approved channels.
- 05
Physical / Documentary Examination
Cargo inspected where required.
- 06
Release & Delivery
Cargo released for delivery to consignee.
Avoid these avoidable delays
Need Help with Your Documentation?
Our team can review your paperwork, prepare declarations and coordinate customs filing on your behalf.
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From invoices to permits to customs filing, KYNAO handles the documentation so your cargo keeps moving.