Kia Sorento 2019 clearing cost in Nigeria
Customs duty, levies and VAT on a used 2019 Kia Sorento (2.4L 4-cylinder, petrol), worked out at today's exchange rate.
| Import duty 20% of CIF | ₦4,290,183 |
|---|---|
| Surcharge 7% of import duty | ₦300,313 |
| NAC levy 5% of CIF (used vehicle) | ₦1,072,546 |
| Green tax 2% of CIF | ₦429,018 |
| ECOWAS levy (ETLS) 0.5% of CIF | ₦107,255 |
| FOB charge 4% of FOB | ₦858,037 |
| VAT 7.5% of CIF + duties and levies | ₦2,073,767 |
| Total customs charges | ₦9,131,119 |
| Car value + customs charges | ₦30,582,034 |
Its 2.4L 4-cylinder engine (2,359 cc) attracts the 2% green tax introduced on 1 July 2026, which adds ₦429,018 here. The 2019 example uses a CIF value of $16,100: 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 Sorento costs more or less
| CIF value | Amount | Customs charges |
|---|---|---|
| Lower value | $12,100 | ₦6,862,518 |
| Typical | $16,100 | ₦9,131,119 |
| Higher value | $20,100 | ₦11,399,720 |
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Get my clearing quotesOther Kia Sorento years
| Model year | Example CIF | Customs charges |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 Kia Sorento | $8,800 | ₦4,990,922 |
| 2015 Kia Sorento | $9,900 | ₦5,614,788 |
| 2016 Kia Sorento | $11,100 | ₦6,295,368 |
| 2017 Kia Sorento | $12,600 | ₦7,146,091 |
| 2018 Kia Sorento | $14,200 | ₦8,053,533 |
| 2019 (this page) | $16,100 | ₦9,131,119 |
| 2020 Kia Sorento | $18,300 | ₦10,378,848 |
| 2021 Kia Sorento | $20,700 | ₦11,740,008 |
| 2022 Kia Sorento | $23,600 | ₦13,384,745 |
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- 2019 Honda CR-V₦8,562,222
- 2019 Honda Pilot₦11,002,713
- 2019 Ford Edge₦7,000,560
Can a 2019 Kia Sorento still be imported?
Nigeria prohibits used vehicles more than 12 years old from their year of manufacture, so a car built in 2019 can be imported until the end of 2031. 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 2019 Kia Sorento in Nigeria?
On a CIF value of about $16,100, customs duty, surcharge, NAC levy, green tax, ETLS, FOB charge and VAT total about ₦9,131,119 at ₦1,332.35 to $1. A cheaper or dearer car changes this in proportion.
Can I still import a 2019 Kia Sorento into Nigeria?
Nigeria prohibits used vehicles more than 12 years old from their year of manufacture, so a car built in 2019 can be imported until the end of 2031. 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 2019 Kia Sorento?
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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