Nigeria Fair Industry Regulations – A Simple Guide
Why new rules?
To protect exhibitors and attendees from cancelled fairs and lost fees. All organisers must be licensed and each fair must have a permit.
For Organisers
- License Fee (One-Time): $800 – granting the right to organize exhibitions in Nigeria. Valid for 1 year.
- Event Certification Fee:
- $1,500 – for exhibitions occupying more than 2,000 sqm net
- $1,000 – for exhibitions occupying 800 sqm – 2,000 sqm net
- $500 – for exhibitions up to 800 sqm net
- Submit venue & insurance certificates when applying for each fair permit.
- Post-fair report must be submitted within 15 days.
- If this is your first time conducting a fair, please contact us on +234 7033074307 for guidance before applying.
For Exhibitors
- Always check that a fair is "Approved" on our National Fair Calendar before paying.
- If a fair is cancelled, contact NACCIMA for support.
- If you need any clarity on a fair, kindly contact us on +234 7033074307.