Shipping from China to Apapa - The Gateway to Nigeria
Apapa port, together with Tin Can Island, forms the largest port complex in Nigeria and one of the busiest in West Africa. Over 70% of Nigeria's containerized imports move through these terminals. SPEED INT'L offers dependable FCL, LCL, break bulk and project cargo services from all major China ports to Apapa, with our own Nigerian clearance team managing the full process.
What Makes Apapa Shipping Different
- Berth and terminal congestion: Apapa and Tin Can Island face chronic truck congestion. We pre-book terminal handling and use bonded trucking to keep your cargo moving.
- Strict Nigerian clearance chain: Form M, PAAR, SONCAP/CRIA (for regulated goods) and ECTN/BESC certificates. Our Lagos team prepares documentation before the vessel arrives.
- Transit time: Direct sailings from Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Ningbo reach Apapa in approximately 30-40 days.
Our Apapa Services
- FCL: 20GP/40HQ with direct carrier contracts (MSK, MSC, CMA CGM, COSCO, ONE) and priority space.
- LCL: Weekly consolidation services from China to Apapa with guaranteed schedules.
- Break Bulk & Heavy Lift: Steel coils, pipes, plant equipment - professional lashing and discharge supervision.
- OOG & Ro-Ro: Flat racks, open tops and vehicle shipping for oversized cargo and machinery.
- Door-to-Door: Customs clearance, terminal handling and inland trucking across Lagos and beyond.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does shipping from China to Apapa take? Approximately 30-40 days direct from South China ports, plus 5-10 days for customs clearance after arrival.
Do you handle ECTN/BESC certificates for Nigeria? Yes - we process the Nigerian ECTN/BESC certificate as part of our standard documentation service.
Can you deliver to inland Nigeria? Yes - we arrange bonded trucking from Apapa to Ibadan, Kano, Abuja and other inland destinations.
Get the latest sailing schedule and a competitive quote for your next shipment to Apapa - contact our Nigeria trade-lane team today.
