Nigerian travellers and online shoppers will no longer pay customs duties on goods worth $300 or less, following a new policy approved by the Nigeria Customs Service Board.
The “de minimis” threshold, which came into effect on 8th September, means that small imports through express shipments or passenger baggage will be cleared immediately without customs charges, provided the items aren’t prohibited goods.
Customs spokesperson Abdullahi Maiwada announced the decision on Sunday, explaining that it was reached during the board’s 63rd meeting on 2nd September, chaired by Finance Minister Wale Edun.
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