Mercedes-Benz C300 2018 clearing cost in Nigeria
Customs duty, levies and VAT on a used 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 (2.0L turbo 4-cylinder, petrol), worked out at today's exchange rate.
| Import duty 20% of CIF | ₦4,130,300 |
|---|---|
| Surcharge 7% of import duty | ₦289,121 |
| NAC levy 5% of CIF (used vehicle) | ₦1,032,575 |
| Green tax 0% (under 2,000cc or EV) | ₦0 |
| ECOWAS levy (ETLS) 0.5% of CIF | ₦103,258 |
| FOB charge 4% of FOB | ₦826,060 |
| VAT 7.5% of CIF + duties and levies | ₦1,965,507 |
| Total customs charges | ₦8,346,821 |
| Car value + customs charges | ₦28,998,323 |
Its 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder engine (1,991 cc) is under 2,000cc, so no green tax applies. The 2018 example uses a CIF value of $15,500: 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 C300 costs more or less
| CIF value | Amount | Customs charges |
|---|---|---|
| Lower value | $11,600 | ₦6,246,653 |
| Typical | $15,500 | ₦8,346,821 |
| Higher value | $19,400 | ₦10,446,988 |
Shipping a 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300? Licensed agents will quote your full landed cost, port and agent charges included.
Get my clearing quotesOther Mercedes-Benz C300 years
| Model year | Example CIF | Customs charges |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Mercedes-Benz C300 | $9,900 | ₦5,331,196 |
| 2016 Mercedes-Benz C300 | $11,400 | ₦6,138,951 |
| 2017 Mercedes-Benz C300 | $13,300 | ₦7,162,111 |
| 2018 (this page) | $15,500 | ₦8,346,821 |
| 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300 | $18,200 | ₦9,800,782 |
| 2020 Mercedes-Benz C300 | $21,400 | ₦11,523,998 |
| 2021 Mercedes-Benz C300 | $25,100 | ₦13,516,465 |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300 | $29,600 | ₦15,939,735 |
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- 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300₦8,885,325
Can a 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 still be imported?
Nigeria prohibits used vehicles more than 12 years old from their year of manufacture, so a car built in 2018 can be imported until the end of 2030. 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 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 in Nigeria?
On a CIF value of about $15,500, customs duty, surcharge, NAC levy, green tax, ETLS, FOB charge and VAT total about ₦8,346,821 at ₦1,332.35 to $1. A cheaper or dearer car changes this in proportion.
Can I still import a 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 into Nigeria?
Nigeria prohibits used vehicles more than 12 years old from their year of manufacture, so a car built in 2018 can be imported until the end of 2030. 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 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300?
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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