Incoterms 2020
Calculator & Explainer

Understand all 11 Incoterms 2020 with Africa-specific guidance. Calculate who pays what, compare two terms, and see the cost split for your actual shipment.

All 11 Incoterms 2020 Africa-Specific Notes Cost Calculator Side-by-Side Comparison
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Quick Fill — FOB Value (USD) (auto-estimates other costs)
Compare Two Incoterms
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FOB Value for Comparison (USD)
🌍 Most Common Incoterms for African Trade
Key Rules for African Importers
  • 📊 CIF is the standard customs valuation base in Africa — import duties = CIF value × tariff rate. Always calculate CIF to estimate landed costs.
  • 🚢 Avoid FOB for containers — technically risk transfers at the ship's rail, which is ambiguous for container cargo. Use FCA instead.
  • 🛡️ Under CIF, seller only provides minimum insurance (ICC-C) — buyers should purchase additional all-risks (ICC-A) coverage for high-value cargo.
  • 🇳🇬 Nigerian CBN requirements — CBN Form M must state the Incoterm. CIF is preferred by CBN for calculation purposes.
  • ⚠️ DDP in Africa = red flag — if a supplier offers DDP to your African port, verify they have a licensed clearing agent there. Many informal DDP arrangements use unofficial channels.
  • 💡 For air freight imports — use CIP instead of CIF (CIP provides all-risks insurance), and FCA instead of FOB.
Incoterms & Customs Duty Calculation
FOB → FOB value used. Add freight + insurance to get CIF for duty base.
CIF → CIF value = duty base. Most convenient for African customs calculation.
EXW → Must add: loading + export clearance + freight + insurance = CIF equivalent.
DDP → CIF value = agreed DDP price minus import duties (work backwards).
Formula: Import Duty = CIF Value × Tariff Rate. VAT = (CIF + Duty + Levies) × VAT Rate.
Practical workflow

Incoterms 2020 Calculator: quick guide

Not sure how to get the most from the Incoterms 2020 Calculator? Enter your amounts, rates and dates and it returns a clear estimate with the assumptions shown — built for all 54 African countries.

  • What you get: a clear estimate with the assumptions shown, so you can move from a quick look to a real decision.
  • How it works: the Incoterms 2020 Calculator takes your amounts, rates and dates and shows the working, not just a single number.
  • What to check: confirm current prices, fees and official rates for your country before you rely on the result. It is a planning estimate, not financial advice.

Reviewed 2026. Results are a guide — always confirm current prices, fees and official rates for your country before acting. It is a planning estimate, not financial advice.

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Incoterms 2020 Calculator FAQ

How do I use the Incoterms 2020 Calculator?

Enter your amounts, rates and dates in the fields above. The Incoterms 2020 Calculator then gives you a clear estimate with the assumptions shown you can use straight away.

How accurate is the Incoterms 2020 Calculator?

It is as accurate as the values you enter and shows the assumptions behind the result. Always confirm current prices, fees and official rates for your country before you rely on it. It is a planning estimate, not financial advice.

Is the Incoterms 2020 Calculator free, and does it cover my country?

Yes — it is completely free, works on any phone or computer with no signup, and is built for all 54 African countries.