Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 2017 clearing cost in Nigeria
Customs duty, levies and VAT on a used 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 (2.0L turbo 4-cylinder, petrol), worked out at today's exchange rate.
| Import duty 20% of CIF | ₦3,757,241 |
|---|---|
| Surcharge 7% of import duty | ₦263,007 |
| NAC levy 5% of CIF (used vehicle) | ₦939,310 |
| Green tax 0% (under 2,000cc or EV) | ₦0 |
| ECOWAS levy (ETLS) 0.5% of CIF | ₦93,931 |
| FOB charge 4% of FOB | ₦751,448 |
| VAT 7.5% of CIF + duties and levies | ₦1,787,977 |
| Total customs charges | ₦7,592,914 |
| Car value + customs charges | ₦26,379,119 |
Its 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder engine (1,991 cc) is under 2,000cc, so no green tax applies. The 2017 example uses a CIF value of $14,100: 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 GLC 300 costs more or less
| CIF value | Amount | Customs charges |
|---|---|---|
| Lower value | $10,600 | ₦5,708,147 |
| Typical | $14,100 | ₦7,592,914 |
| Higher value | $17,600 | ₦9,477,679 |
Shipping a 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300? Licensed agents will quote your full landed cost, port and agent charges included.
Get my clearing quotesOther Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 years
| Model year | Example CIF | Customs charges |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 | $12,100 | ₦6,515,905 |
| 2017 (this page) | $14,100 | ₦7,592,914 |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 | $16,500 | ₦8,885,325 |
| 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 | $19,400 | ₦10,446,988 |
| 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 | $22,800 | ₦12,277,905 |
| 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 | $26,800 | ₦14,431,924 |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 | $31,600 | ₦17,016,744 |
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- 2017 Lexus RX 350₦10,492,278
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- 2017 Lexus NX 200t / NX 300₦8,831,475
- 2017 Acura MDX₦9,187,834
- 2017 Mercedes-Benz C300₦7,162,111
Can a 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 still be imported?
Nigeria prohibits used vehicles more than 12 years old from their year of manufacture, so a car built in 2017 can be imported until the end of 2029. 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 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 in Nigeria?
On a CIF value of about $14,100, customs duty, surcharge, NAC levy, green tax, ETLS, FOB charge and VAT total about ₦7,592,914 at ₦1,332.35 to $1. A cheaper or dearer car changes this in proportion.
Can I still import a 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 into Nigeria?
Nigeria prohibits used vehicles more than 12 years old from their year of manufacture, so a car built in 2017 can be imported until the end of 2029. 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 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300?
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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