Nigeria Custom Service Salary

Nigerian Customs Services is one of the best agencies in Nigeria that is working under the Nigerian Ministry of Finance. They are responsible for the collection of customs revenues. Since the new salary scale was launched for Nigerian customs officers by the federal government in 2007, there has been much more debate on the salary structure of Nigerian customs services employees.

Organization Name:	Custom Officers
Monthly Salary Range:	₦70000 – ₦3,000,000
Average Monthly Salary:	₦35001.5
Organization Description:	Custom officers get the customs revenues and carry out various security and anti-smuggling activities in the country.
Minimum Qualification:	NECO, GCE, NCE, ND, HND, or BSC, depending on the particular seat they are applying for.

If you are interested in finding out Nigeria’s custom services employee salary in 2023, you are here at the right place. Here, we are concluding the overview of Nigeria Customs Services’ salary structure, the features it depends on, professional responsibilities, bonuses, and extras that you might get as an employee of Nigeria Customs Services. Let’s look at the details of the salary below.

Overview Of Nigeria Custom Service

The Nigeria Customs Service salary varies significantly based on rank, qualifications, and years of service. The agency operates under the Consolidated Para‑military Salary Structure (CONPASS), which standardizes salaries for federal paramilitary organizations. Entry‑level officers begin with basic salaries aligned with the national minimum wage, while senior officers earn substantially higher incomes.

Salary Structure of Nigeria Customs Service

Below is the updated monthly salary structure for different ranks in the Nigeria Customs Service:

Rank	Monthly Salary (₦)
Customs Assistant II (Entry, SSCE)	₦70,000 – ₦85,000
Customs Assistant I	₦85,000 – ₦100,000
Assistant Inspector of Customs	₦78,750 – ₦91,667
Inspector of Customs	₦86,667 – ₦104,167
Assistant Superintendent II	₦97,500 – ₦114,583
Assistant Superintendent I	₦110,000 – ₦125,000
Deputy Superintendent (DSC)	₦115,000 – ₦130,000
Chief Superintendent (CSC)	₦120,000 – ₦145,833
Assistant Comptroller	₦130,417 – ₦156,250
Deputy Comptroller	₦170,833 – ₦187,500
Comptroller	₦180,833 – ₦208,333
Assistant Comptroller‑General	₦250,000 – ₦270,833
Deputy Comptroller‑General	₦280,000 – ₦310,000
Comptroller‑General	₦300,000+

These figures represent basic monthly salaries before allowances and can vary depending on duty station, qualifications, and length of service.

Extras and Allowances

Customs officers receive several allowances that boost their monthly earnings. Allowances often depend on rank and duty assignment:

• Housing Allowance – For officers without government quarters
• Transport Allowance – For commuting and official duties
• Uniform Allowance – Annual maintenance of uniforms
• Hazard Allowance – For high-risk deployments
• Utility Allowance – For electricity and water costs
• Meal Subsidy – Daily feeding support during official duties
• Torchlight/Detective Allowance – For surveillance duties
• Hardship Allowance – For postings in challenging or remote locations
• Special Duty Allowance – For task-specific assignments
• Leave Grant – Annual financial support during leave periods

Some senior officers may also receive furniture, medical, or personal servant allowances.

Professional Responsibilities

Following is the list of key responsibilities of the employees working in Nigeria’s customs services. Look at the duties mentioned below so you can have an idea what are the professional responsibilities of NCS employees.

• Nigerian custom services employers are responsible for collecting the custom revenue amounts, for example, Texas levies, import, and excise duties.
• They are also responsible for carrying out various anti-smuggling and security activities.
• Nigerian custom services employers are responsible for generating stats for planning purposes. They also create stats for budgetary purposes.
• They monitor foreign exchange utilization.
• They are also involved in planning, researching, and enforcement of fiscal policies of the federal government in Nigeria.
• They are also responsible for the registration and licensing of custom agents.
• The employees working under the Nigerian Customs Service work in collaboration with various other agencies of government.

Do All Employees Receive Allowances?

No. Allowances are generally rank-dependent and situational. Not all officers receive every type of allowance. Some are provided based on duty location, risk levels, or postings to remote or challenging environments.

Maximum Monthly Income

At the highest ranks, such as Assistant Comptroller‑General, Deputy Comptroller‑General, or Comptroller‑General, officers can earn well above ₦250,000 per month in basic salary, with total compensation including allowances sometimes exceeding ₦1,000,000 – ₦3,000,000+ in senior leadership roles.

Ranks in NCS

The Nigeria Customs Service has multiple ranks ranging from junior roles like Customs Assistant to senior leadership positions like Comptroller‑General. Each rank corresponds to different responsibilities and salary scales within the agency.