Honda Pilot 2021 clearing cost in Nigeria
Customs duty, levies and VAT on a used 2021 Honda Pilot (3.5L V6, petrol), worked out at today's exchange rate.
| Import duty 20% of CIF | ₦6,688,422 |
|---|---|
| Surcharge 7% of import duty | ₦468,190 |
| NAC levy 5% of CIF (used vehicle) | ₦1,672,105 |
| Green tax 2% of CIF | ₦668,842 |
| ECOWAS levy (ETLS) 0.5% of CIF | ₦167,211 |
| FOB charge 4% of FOB | ₦1,337,684 |
| VAT 7.5% of CIF + duties and levies | ₦3,233,016 |
| Total customs charges | ₦14,235,470 |
| Car value + customs charges | ₦47,677,579 |
Its 3.5L V6 engine (3,471 cc) attracts the 2% green tax introduced on 1 July 2026, which adds ₦668,842 here. The 2021 example uses a CIF value of $25,100: an estimate for a clean used example plus about $1,600 freight and insurance to Lagos. Your invoice, the car's condition and Customs' own valuation set the real figure.
If your Pilot costs more or less
| CIF value | Amount | Customs charges |
|---|---|---|
| Lower value | $18,800 | ₦10,662,424 |
| Typical | $25,100 | ₦14,235,470 |
| Higher value | $31,400 | ₦17,808,516 |
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Get my clearing quotesOther Honda Pilot years
| Model year | Example CIF | Customs charges |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 Honda Pilot | $10,500 | ₦5,955,077 |
| 2015 Honda Pilot | $11,800 | ₦6,692,373 |
| 2016 Honda Pilot | $13,300 | ₦7,543,097 |
| 2017 Honda Pilot | $15,100 | ₦8,563,968 |
| 2018 Honda Pilot | $17,100 | ₦9,698,268 |
| 2019 Honda Pilot | $19,400 | ₦11,002,713 |
| 2020 Honda Pilot | $22,000 | ₦12,477,303 |
| 2021 (this page) | $25,100 | ₦14,235,470 |
| 2022 Honda Pilot | $28,600 | ₦16,220,496 |
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- 2021 Toyota 4Runner₦17,921,946
- 2021 Honda CR-V₦10,823,942
- 2021 Ford Edge₦9,208,428
Can a 2021 Honda Pilot still be imported?
Nigeria prohibits used vehicles more than 12 years old from their year of manufacture, so a car built in 2021 can be imported until the end of 2033. Customs goes by the year of manufacture on the VIN, which can be a year earlier than the model year.
Common questions
How much is customs duty on a 2021 Honda Pilot in Nigeria?
On a CIF value of about $25,100, customs duty, surcharge, NAC levy, green tax, ETLS, FOB charge and VAT total about ₦14,235,470 at ₦1,332.35 to $1. A cheaper or dearer car changes this in proportion.
Can I still import a 2021 Honda Pilot into Nigeria?
Nigeria prohibits used vehicles more than 12 years old from their year of manufacture, so a car built in 2021 can be imported until the end of 2033. Customs goes by the year of manufacture on the VIN, which can be a year earlier than the model year.
What else do I pay to clear a 2021 Honda Pilot?
Terminal and shipping-line charges, storage if the car stays past its free days, and the clearing agent's fee. Agents quote these together.
Rates reviewed 18 October 2026. See how car clearing costs are worked out or browse all models.
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