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Frequently asked questions.

Timelines, customs and clearance, prohibited items and delivery options — everything to know before you ship.

Timelines

How long does air cargo from Canada to Nigeria take?+

Approximately 8–14 business days, depending on customs, airline schedules and other circumstances outside our control. Canada-to-Nigeria air cargo ships every Friday.

How long does air cargo from Nigeria to Canada take?+

Estimated delivery is 7–14 business days. Nigeria-to-Canada air cargo ships every Friday. Shipments for delivery within Canada may be consolidated into boxes of up to approximately 25kg where appropriate.

What about sea cargo timelines?+

Sea cargo timelines vary according to shipment volume, dimensions, type of goods and destination — your quote will include the expected timeline.

Are delivery dates guaranteed?+

No — all timelines are estimates rather than guaranteed delivery dates. Customs processing, airline or vessel schedules, weather, courier delays and other circumstances can affect delivery.

Customs & clearance

Who handles customs clearance in Canada?+

For shipments from Nigeria to Canada, customs clearance in Canada is charged at $3 CAD/kg on top of the ₦7,550/kg freight rate.

Will I pay duties or taxes?+

Duties, taxes, inspections or additional government charges may apply depending on the contents and destination of a shipment. These are set by government authorities, not CanadaPlug.

What do I need to declare?+

Customers must accurately disclose shipment contents. All valuable, fragile, electronic and restricted items must be declared before shipment — phones, tablets, laptops, gaming systems, iPads and perfumes attract separate handling rates.

Prohibited & restricted items

What can't I ship?+

Customers must not submit prohibited, illegal, dangerous or undeclared goods. This includes explosives, flammables, weapons, narcotics and any item restricted by Canadian or Nigerian authorities. If you're unsure about an item, ask us before shipping.

What is prohibited from Nigeria to Canada?+

We cannot accept skincare or bleaching products, any liquids, frozen meat, or anything containing chicken on shipments from Nigeria to Canada. These items are refused at drop-off, so please leave them out of your boxes.

Which items have special handling rates?+

Phones ($80 CAD each), tablets ($100 CAD each), laptops ($150 CAD each), PS5, iPads and other gadgets ($150–$250 CAD each) and perfume ($50 CAD per bottle). Please declare all valuable, fragile, electronic and restricted items before shipment.

Is there a minimum shipment weight?+

Yes. The minimum air-cargo charge is 10kg. Shipments weighing less than 10kg are billed at the 10kg rate.

Delivery options

Where do I pick up my shipment in Lagos?+

Lagos pickup is at Mangoro, Ikeja.

Do you deliver to my door?+

Door-to-door delivery is available within Lagos and to other locations in Nigeria for an additional fee based on the destination. Final-mile delivery is not automatically included unless specifically stated in your quote.

How does final delivery work in Canada?+

Door-to-door delivery charges depend on the weight, package dimensions, destination and the rate charged by Canada Post or another courier used for final delivery. Courier costs are determined according to destination, package weight and dimensions.

Can I combine several purchases into one shipment?+

Yes — eligible packages can be received and temporarily held at our warehousing facility for consolidation before shipping, helping you organize several purchases into one shipment where practical. Warehousing, storage and consolidation fees may apply.

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