The Nigerian government, through the Nigeria Customs Service, has announced the commencement of procedures for granting safe passage to personal vehicles temporarily imported or transiting Nigeria by international travelers.
NCS spokesperson Abdullahi Maiwada disclosed this in a
statement on Wednesday.
The service said the policy framework covers all personal,
non-commercial vehicles belonging to international travelers visiting Nigeria
for tourism, diplomatic, business, or personal purposes.
“It seeks to ease cross-border movement, strengthen
Nigeria’s compliance with international obligations, and reinforce the nation’s
commitment to trade facilitation and regional integration.
“It is pertinent to note that this implementation draws
legal backing from Sections 142, 143, 144, and 245 of the NCS Act, 2023, as
well as the Revised Kyoto Convention (RKC), UN TIR Convention (1975), Istanbul
Convention (1990), and the ECOWAS Protocol on Free Movement of Persons,
Residence, and Establishment. It also aligns with WCO Guidelines on Temporary
Admission and the Carnet de Passages en Douane (CPD) regulations.
“International travelers are required to present valid
documents such as an international passport, an international driver’s license,
vehicle registration, insurance, and CPD at the point of entry. Upon
satisfactory inspection and verification, a Temporary Vehicle Admission Permit
valid for up to 90 days will be issued and electronically recorded. Travelers
may apply for an extension of up to 30 days, subject to approval by the
relevant Customs Area Controller.
“Vehicles admitted under this regime are free to move within
Nigeria but cannot be sold, leased, transferred, modified, or used for
commercial purposes. At the point of exit, travelers should present the vehicle
and the approved customs Temporary Admission Declaration. In the event of an
accident, theft, or breakdown, the nearest Customs office should be notified
immediately for documentation and guidance.
“The NCS, therefore, reaffirms its commitment to
transparency and accountability while facilitating legitimate travel. This
initiative strengthens Nigeria’s role in cross-border cooperation and ensures
compliance with existing regulations to enhance security and efficiency,” the
statement reads.
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