Nigerians to Pay $80 Duty on US Shipments – NIPOST

In a notice issued on Friday, NIPOST explained that the levy follows a recent Executive Order by the U.S. government suspending duty-free de minimis exemptions for all postal shipments worldwide under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

According to the agency, the measure applies globally to all designated postal operators and is not specific to Nigeria. “This Executive Order affects all global postal inflows into the United States, not just those from Nigeria,” the statement read.

NIPOST cautioned that the directive would impact Nigerians sending parcels to relatives, friends, and business partners in America, with global logistics operators already enforcing stricter shipment protocols. It warned that delivery times may lengthen due to additional Customs checks on arrival in the U.S.

The agency, however, assured customers it was working with international partners, including the Universal Postal Union and U.S. Customs, to mitigate disruptions.

“We remain committed to delivering safe, reliable, and efficient postal and courier services despite this global regulatory adjustment,” NIPOST added.

The new U.S. policy, introduced by the Trump administration, eliminates tariff exemptions for packages valued at $800 or below, citing concerns over tariff evasion and drug smuggling. Instead, shipments will now attract duties ranging from $80 to $200 per item, though some personal items and gifts remain exempt.