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How Vehport Works

From global auction to your driveway — we manage every step. No foreign accounts, no agents, no guesswork. Just pay in Naira.

12K+
Vehicles available now
3
Continents sourced
30–45
Days US to Lagos
₦ only
Pay in Naira
DDP
Door-to-door option
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The Full Journey

6 steps from search to driveway.

Vehport is end-to-end — we're not just a marketplace. We're an infrastructure layer that manages the entire import lifecycle on your behalf.

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Search & Discover

Browse thousands of vehicles from US auction houses (Copart, IAAI, Manheim), UAE dealers, European sources, and local Nigerian inventory — all in one place. Filter by make, model, year, mileage, body type, and more.

✓ Live Copart & IAAI auction listings✓ UAE and European direct imports✓ Local dealer inventory✓ AI Worth Score on every vehicle✓ Advanced filters: year, mileage, fuel, drive
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Bid or Buy Outright

Place a proxy bid on live auctions or click Buy Now on fixed-price vehicles. Vehport acts as your licensed buyer — you never need a foreign account, broker, or agent. All bids are placed in your name, managed by us.

✓ Proxy bidding — set your max, we handle the rest✓ Buy Now on select vehicles✓ No US/UAE auction account needed✓ Vehport buys on your behalf✓ Real-time bid notifications via SMS & email
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Pay in Naira

Once you win, Vehport invoices you in Nigerian Naira. No FX, no dollar transfers, no foreign accounts. Pay through bank transfer or our secure payment gateway. Your total is itemised: vehicle price + auction fees + Vehport commission + estimated import costs.

✓ Pay in NGN — no FX exposure✓ Itemised invoice breakdown✓ Bank transfer or card payment✓ Secure escrow until vehicle is shipped✓ Refund policy for lost bids
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We Ship It

Once your payment is confirmed, Vehport arranges international shipping. Choose RoRo (Roll-on Roll-off) for the most affordable option, container shipping for maximum protection, or express air freight for speed. We handle all export paperwork from the origin country.

✓ RoRo — most affordable, 30–35 days✓ Container — maximum protection, 38–42 days✓ Air Freight — fastest, 7–10 days✓ Export title & customs docs handled✓ Real-time shipment tracking from day 1
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Port & Customs Clearance

Your vehicle arrives at Apapa, Tincan, or Onne port. Vehport handles all Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) documentation, duty calculation, and clearance. Or opt to self-clear — we'll hand everything off at the port gate.

✓ NCS duty assessment & payment✓ Apapa, Tincan Island & Onne ports✓ NAFDAC, SON, ETLS compliance checks✓ Self-clear option available✓ Inspection & verification on arrival
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Delivered to You

After clearance, we transport your vehicle to your door anywhere in Nigeria. Or pick it up from our Lagos holding yard. We conduct a final inspection and hand you the keys — along with all vehicle documents.

✓ Door-to-door delivery nationwide✓ Lagos holding yard pickup option✓ Final inspection & condition report✓ Full document handover (title, clearance)✓ 30-day post-delivery support
Bidding & Buying

We bid. You win.

You never need a US auction account, international payment method, or a local agent. Vehport is a licensed auction buyer — we bid under your instruction and in your interest.

⚡ How the $600 Bidding Deposit Works
A single $600 refundable deposit opens the bidding floor to you — you can then bid on as many vehicles as you want simultaneously. No slots are used when you place a bid.
A slot is only consumed when you win an auction. If you want to win more than one vehicle, simply deposit another $600 — each deposit covers one win. Your deposit is fully refunded if you do not win.
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Bid on unlimited vehicles
One deposit, as many bids as you want
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Win uses 1 slot
Only a confirmed auction win deducts a slot
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Win more? Deposit again
Each extra $600 covers one more win
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Fully refundable
No win = full refund of your deposit
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Make a $600 Deposit
One deposit opens the bidding floor. Bid on any vehicle — no limit.
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Set Your Max Bid
You decide the maximum you'll pay. We never exceed it.
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We Enter the Auction
Vehport places proxy bids on your behalf at the live auction.
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Win & Invoice
Win notification by SMS & email. Naira invoice within 24 hours.
✅ What Vehport handles
✓Auction account & license fees
✓Real-time bid placement
✓Auction house communication
✓Post-win title transfer
✓Export documentation
📋 What you decide
→Which vehicle to bid on
→Your maximum bid amount
→Shipping method preference
→Port self-clear vs. Vehport clearance
→Delivery vs. yard pickup
Payment & Fees

Everything itemised. Pay in Naira.

No foreign exchange, no dollar transfers, no hidden charges. Your Vehport invoice shows every cost component before you pay a single kobo.

Cost Item
Typical Amount
Notes
Vehport Service Commission4% – 12% of vehicle priceStandard 12%; Plus members 5%; Pro members 4%
US Auction Buyer's Fee$300 – $1,500Charged by Copart/IAAI based on sale price
US Transport to Port$300 – $800Vehicle moved from auction yard to export port
Shipping – RoRo$900 – $1,800Based on origin port and vehicle size
Shipping – Container$1,500 – $2,500Full container or shared, more protection
Marine Insurance1.5% of vehicle valueOptional but strongly recommended
Nigeria Customs Duty (NCS)35% – 70% of CIF valueBased on vehicle age and type
Port Handling & Inspection₦80,000 – ₦180,000Terminal charges at Nigerian port
Last-Mile Delivery (Lagos)₦50,000 – ₦150,000Outside Lagos adds ₦50k–₦200k
⚠️Nigeria Customs Duty is the largest variable cost and is set by the Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) on arrival. Our Landing Cost Estimate is a close approximation — the exact figure may differ by 5–15%.
Shipping & Import

Three shipping options.

Choose the method that fits your budget and urgency. Vehport handles all export paperwork from the origin country.

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RoRo
Most popular
Shipping Cost
$900 – $1,800
Transit
30–35 days
✓Most affordable option
✓Works for all driveable vehicles
✓US & UAE ports
✓Reliable weekly sailings
–Vehicle exposed to sea elements
–Not for non-runners
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Container
Maximum protection
Shipping Cost
$1,500 – $2,500
Transit
38–42 days
✓Full weather protection
✓Supports non-runners
✓Shared container available
✓Best for luxury/high-value
–Higher cost
–Slightly longer transit
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Air Freight
Fastest option
Shipping Cost
$6,000 – $10,000+
Transit
7–10 days
✓Fastest by far
✓Maximum security
✓No sea exposure risk
✓Best for high-value urgency
–Expensive — rarely cost-effective
–Weight & size limits
Typical US RoRo Timeline
Auction
Day 0
Payment
Day 1–2
2d
Transport to Port
Day 3–7
5d
On Vessel (RoRo)
Week 2–6
35d
Arrives Lagos
Week 6–7
Customs Clearance
+3–7 days
5d
Delivery
Final
Port & Customs

Clearance — handled or self-managed.

Once your vehicle arrives at a Nigerian port, it must pass through the Nigerian Customs Service (NCS). Vehport can handle this entirely, or hand you a full document pack to clear it yourself.

✅ Vehport Handles Clearance (DDP)
✓NCS duty assessment & payment
✓ETLS check & compliance
✓Port terminal coordination
✓Vehicle inspection & verification
✓Delivery after clearance
✓All documents handed to you
📋 Self-Clear Option (Port Handoff)
→Vehport delivers vehicle to port gate
→We hand you full document pack
→You engage your own clearing agent
→Saves on clearance service fee
→You manage NCS interactions directly
→Suitable for experienced importers
🇳🇬 Nigeria Import Restrictions to Know
⚠ Age limit
Vehicles older than 15 years from manufacture date cannot be imported
⚠ Right-hand drive
RHD vehicles are banned — Nigeria uses left-hand drive (right-side steering)
⚠ Electric vehicles
Importable but charging infrastructure is limited — review carefully
⚠ Salvage titles
Salvage-titled vehicles may be rejected or face higher duty — verify before bidding
Delivery to Your Door

Keys in hand. Anywhere in Nigeria.

After customs clearance, your vehicle is transported to your specified delivery address. Or collect from our Lagos holding yard if you prefer to arrange your own onward transport.

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Door-to-Door
We deliver anywhere in Nigeria. Lagos same-day from port. Outside Lagos 1–3 days additional.
₦50k – ₦350k
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Yard Pickup
Collect from our Lagos holding yard after clearance. Inspect the vehicle yourself before taking delivery.
Free pickup
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Final Inspection
Full condition report and photo documentation at handover. Compare against pre-purchase report.
Included
📄 Documents You Receive at Delivery
📄 US Title / Export Certificate
Proof of ownership from origin country
📄 NCS Customs Clearance Certificate
Required for Nigerian vehicle registration
📄 Duty Payment Receipt
Official NCS duty paid confirmation
📄 Bill of Lading
Shipping document proving maritime transit
📄 Vehport Delivery Note
Final condition report & handover record
📄 Commercial Invoice
Full transaction record for your records
Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know.

Still have questions?
Browse our full knowledge base or contact the team directly.
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