Mercedes-Benz ML350 2014 clearing cost in Nigeria
Customs duty, levies and VAT on a used 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350 (3.5L V6, petrol), worked out at today's exchange rate.
| Import duty 20% of CIF | ₦3,250,946 |
|---|---|
| Surcharge 7% of import duty | ₦227,566 |
| NAC levy 5% of CIF (used vehicle) | ₦812,737 |
| Green tax 2% of CIF | ₦325,095 |
| ECOWAS levy (ETLS) 0.5% of CIF | ₦81,274 |
| FOB charge 4% of FOB | ₦650,189 |
| VAT 7.5% of CIF + duties and levies | ₦1,571,426 |
| Total customs charges | ₦6,919,233 |
| Car value + customs charges | ₦23,173,963 |
Its 3.5L V6 engine (3,498 cc) attracts the 2% green tax introduced on 1 July 2026, which adds ₦325,095 here. The 2014 example uses a CIF value of $12,200: 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 ML350 costs more or less
| CIF value | Amount | Customs charges |
|---|---|---|
| Lower value | $9,200 | ₦5,217,781 |
| Typical | $12,200 | ₦6,919,233 |
| Higher value | $15,300 | ₦8,677,398 |
Shipping a 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350? Licensed agents will quote your full landed cost, port and agent charges included.
Get my clearing quotesOther Mercedes-Benz ML350 years
| Model year | Example CIF | Customs charges |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 (this page) | $12,200 | ₦6,919,233 |
| 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350 | $14,100 | ₦7,996,817 |
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- 2014 Acura MDX₦6,011,790
- 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK 350₦6,238,653
- 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (E350 / E300)₦5,387,926
Can a 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350 still be imported?
Nigeria prohibits used vehicles more than 12 years old from their year of manufacture, so a car built in 2014 can be imported until the end of 2026. 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 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350 in Nigeria?
On a CIF value of about $12,200, customs duty, surcharge, NAC levy, green tax, ETLS, FOB charge and VAT total about ₦6,919,233 at ₦1,332.35 to $1. A cheaper or dearer car changes this in proportion.
Can I still import a 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350 into Nigeria?
Nigeria prohibits used vehicles more than 12 years old from their year of manufacture, so a car built in 2014 can be imported until the end of 2026. 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 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350?
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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