The United Kingdom is home to over seven million immigrants and a global market that various businesses can take advantage of. The best way for you to ship parcels and large items (cargo) to the UK from Nigeria is through Topship.
How does Topship work?
To get a delivery quote and start shipping, use our simple and fast quote engine on www.topship.africa and click ‘Ship Now’ to create an account and send your item easily!
How much does it cost to ship from Nigeria to the UK?
We cater to every budget and need and that is why we have two delivery options:
1. Express shipping
Our express shipping is the fastest way to ship from Nigeria to the UK. With this plan, you get expedited delivery and processing times. Delivery takes 3-5 working days.
2. Cargo shipping
Our cargo shipping is the cheapest way to ship parcels from Nigeria to the UK. It takes 7-14 working days.
Other benefits of using Topship are reliable and accessible customer service, shipment notifications and visibility on your order!
How do I ship to the UK from Nigeria with Topship?
1. Weigh your package: The first thing you need to do is weigh your package (Can’t weigh your package? Visit our drop-off centres in Lagos or Abuja for assistance!)
2. Visit our website – www.topship.africa and create an account/log in to your account
3. Tap on ‘ship now’ and ‘book an export’
4. Select whether you want to drop off or you want to pick off
5. Enter the details of the sender and the recipient
6. Declare the item, the weight and other additional information
7. Pay and that’s it, your package is on its way to the recipient
What can I ship from Nigeria to the UK?
You can ship the following items to the UK:
1. Fashion products: clothes, textiles, footwear, accessories, bags, pieces of jewellery, beauty products
2. Electronics: Television, gadgets, appliances, computer supplies
3. Home accessories: Decorations, furniture, home, and kitchen appliances
4. Sports equipment: gym equipment, sports accessories
5. Baby products: Baby wear, baby supplies, baby equipment
6. Foodstuff: grains, oils, noodles, dried fish
7. Other: Solar panels, inverters, vehicle parts, etc
What can I not ship from Nigeria to the UK?
Due to customs laws, you cannot ship the following to the UK:
1. Prohibited food: Meat, dairy products, fruits, and vegetables
2. Restricted items: explosives, firearms, ammunition
3. Goods infringing on intellectual property rights (pirated books, fake items)
4. Offensive weapons and self-defence sprays
This list is not exhaustive so to be on the safe side, we advise you to reach out to us before booking and check the UK’s laws for prohibited items.
Customs Duties and Taxes in the United Kingdom
As expected, the UK has import duties and taxes on all cross-border shipments however they are difficult to calculate because they vary by many factors. We advise that you check out this link for more information.
If you need anything, we’re here. You can send us a message at hello@topship.africa or call us on 09080777728.
