Sample article — general orientation only, not legal or financial advice.
The commercial set
A commercial invoice and packing list describe what is being shipped, its value and how it is packed. These documents underpin most subsequent steps.
For machinery, dimensional and weight data determines whether a unit travels in a container or as roll-on/roll-off cargo.
The transport set
A bill of lading is issued by the carrier and is the primary transport document for sea freight.
Certificates relating to origin, inspection or fumigation may apply depending on the goods and the route.
The clearance set
Nigerian import processes involve bank and regulatory documentation that varies by commodity, value and importer status.
This article is a general orientation only. The applicable requirements for any shipment are confirmed with the buyer during quotation and clearance.