Updated 28 September 2026 · Travo.ng
Quick answer
You can shop on Amazon from Nigeria in two main ways: order items that Amazon or the seller will ship directly to a Nigerian address, or buy with a UK or US forwarding address and have a freight forwarder fly the goods to Nigeria. Travo’s live UK address service charges from ₦14,000 per kg for standard air (5 to 10 working days) plus acceptance and handling fees, and US forwarders such as MyUS list Amazon among the stores their Nigerian members use. Budget for Nigerian import duty on top.
Amazon has a huge range of electronics, books, baby items, beauty products and spare parts, but getting them to Lagos or Abuja is not always simple. Many items will not ship to Nigeria directly, and those that do can be expensive. This guide explains each route, what it costs, what you cannot ship, and how to avoid surprises at customs.
How to get Amazon products delivered to Nigeria
Option 1: Ship directly from Amazon
On Amazon.com or Amazon.co.uk, enter your Nigerian delivery address at checkout. The site will show whether each item can be delivered there and what shipping and import charges apply. This is the simplest route when it works, but many products, especially from third-party sellers, are not eligible for delivery to Nigeria.
Option 2: Use a UK shipping address (Travo)
Travo runs a live UK shipping address service. You receive a personal suite number at a London EC1 address, shop on Amazon.co.uk or any UK store using that address, and Travo receives, photographs and consolidates your parcels before flying them to Nigeria for door-to-door delivery in Lagos.
| Travo UK address service | Price (₦) | Transit time |
|---|---|---|
| Standard air | 14,000 per kg | 5 to 10 working days |
| Express air | 20,000 per kg | 3 to 5 working days |
| Sea or heavy items | 7,500 per kg | 4 to 6 weeks |
| Delivery acceptance | 50,000 per parcel received | Charged per parcel |
| Shipment handling | 60,000 per shipment (not per parcel) | Charged once per consolidated shipment |
Source: Travo UK shipping address page, accessed 29 September 2026. Naira figures are shown at an illustrative ₦2,000 per £1; billing has a 1 kg minimum, then 0.5 kg steps. Free consolidation and 30-day storage are included.
Worked example: two Amazon UK orders arriving as two parcels and shipped together at 3 kg by standard air would cost about 3 x ₦14,000 = ₦42,000 in freight, plus ₦100,000 in acceptance fees (two parcels) and ₦60,000 handling, or roughly ₦202,000 before any Nigerian duty. Because acceptance is charged per parcel and handling per shipment, the service is best value when you consolidate several larger orders, and less suited to a single cheap item.
Option 3: Use a US forwarding address
For Amazon.com, a US forwarder gives you an American address. MyUS, for example, lists Amazon, Walmart and eBay among the stores its Nigerian members shop from, and shows sample prices for a 1 lb package to Nigeria of US$17.25 (budget economy), US$39.39 (DHL Express small box) and US$70.56 (FedEx Priority), with express delivery in 2 to 5 days and budget options in 8 to 14 days. Travo is surveying demand for its own US address service, which is not yet live; you can register interest on the Travo US shipping address page.
| Route | Best for | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| Direct from Amazon | Eligible items with clear shipping and import charges shown at checkout | Many items are not eligible for Nigeria |
| UK address (Travo) | Several UK orders consolidated into one shipment | Per-parcel acceptance fee; restricted items |
| US forwarder (e.g. MyUS) | Amazon.com items that do not ship to Nigeria | Dollar pricing; duties may be extra |
Sources: Travo UK and US shipping address pages; MyUS Nigeria page (all accessed 29 September 2026).
Import your Amazon orders with Travo
Get a UK suite address, consolidate your orders and have them delivered to your door in Lagos. Message us on WhatsApp if you need help choosing a route.
Customs duty and taxes
Goods imported into Nigeria may attract customs duty and other charges based on their value and type. MyUS notes that most shipments to Nigeria may be subject to duties, taxes and customs fees and lets members prepay them at checkout. When Travo handles an import, licensed customs agents take care of HS code classification, duty computation and Nigeria Customs documentation. Ask for the duty estimate before you ship, especially for phones, laptops and other high-value items.
Buying from a UK store also means UK VAT is usually included in the price. The UK has its own rules for goods sent from abroad, explained on GOV.UK, but these apply to parcels entering the UK, not to exports from a UK address to Nigeria.
What you cannot ship
- Perfumes, aerosols and flammable items (not accepted on standard air by Travo’s UK service)
- Loose lithium batteries (batteries inside devices are handled differently; ask first)
- Liquids over 100 ml on standard air
- Currency and counterfeit goods
- Items banned from import into Nigeria
Forwarders keep their own prohibited-items lists, so check before you order anything unusual.
Tips for efficient Amazon shopping in Nigeria
- Compare the landed cost (item + UK or US delivery + freight + fees + duty) with the price at Nigerian online stores.
- Consolidate: wait until you have several orders, then ship them together.
- Choose sellers carefully: check ratings and return policies, because returns from Nigeria are costly.
- Keep invoices for customs and warranty claims.
- Check your card works for foreign payments in pounds or dollars before checkout.
- Track every stage: Amazon to the forwarding address, then the forwarder’s shipment to Nigeria.
Other Travo services that help
Travo can collect goods at the airport, deliver across Lagos with same-day delivery, and arrange international shipping from the UK, USA and China for larger or commercial imports.
Frequently asked questions
Does Amazon deliver to Nigeria?
Some items do. Enter your Nigerian address at checkout on Amazon.com or Amazon.co.uk to see which items can be delivered and the charges. Many items cannot, which is why shoppers use forwarding addresses.
How much does it cost to ship from Amazon UK to Nigeria?
Through Travo’s UK address, standard air is ₦14,000 per kg plus a ₦50,000 acceptance fee per parcel and ₦60,000 handling per shipment (at an illustrative ₦2,000 per £1). Consolidating orders lowers the cost per item.
How long does Amazon shipping to Nigeria take?
Via Travo’s UK address, standard air takes 5 to 10 working days after the forwarder ships, and express 3 to 5. US forwarders such as MyUS list 2 to 5 days for express and 8 to 14 for budget options.
Do I pay customs duty on Amazon orders?
You may. Duty and taxes depend on the value and type of goods. Get an estimate before shipping, or choose a forwarder that lets you prepay.
Does Travo have a US shipping address?
Not yet. Travo is surveying demand for a US address; its UK address service is live.
Can I ship phones and laptops from Amazon to Nigeria?
Usually yes, as devices with batteries installed, but rules differ by forwarder and airline. Loose lithium batteries are restricted. Declare the value correctly for customs.
Related guides
- Top online stores that ship to Nigeria
- Best online shopping apps in Nigeria
- Customs clearance for air freight in Nigeria
- How to track a package with a tracking number
- UPS Nigeria: courier and logistics options
See also Travo UK shipping address for full terms and sign-up.
Sources: Travo UK shipping address, Travo US shipping address and Travo international shipping pages; MyUS, shipping to Nigeria (all accessed 29 Sep 2026). Fares and prices change often — confirm before you travel or pay.
