Cost of living and expat salaries in Lagos

Not a good offer. School fees are expensive as utility?

Hey Vishal,

The cost of living in Nigeria is incredibly high and this is why employers offer such lucrative packages to convince expats to relocate.

Accommodation is generally one of the things that an employer will provide in Nigeria. 

Expats are not advised to move to Nigeria with children. It is not the most child friendly country in the world and school fees are pretty extortionate. Fees for international schools in Nigeria start at around USD 12,000 and reach up to USD 22,000 per year - almost as much as some people pay to attend university.

When considering any job offer in Nigeria - ask yourself whether the offer sounds too good to be true and is it drastically different to jobs you've had in the past. There are alot of scams originating from Nigeria where you'll be asked to part with certain personal details for a job which are subsequently used to commit fraud.

Check out the Expat Arrivals pages on the Cost of Living in Nigeria and Salaries for expats in Nigeria for more detailed information related to your questions.

Hope this helps and good luck.

Hi Shantalie, What's exact cost of living for family with 3 year kid? Give me exact calculation month wise for food expense, Education, electricity, GAS and water bill? Regards, Vishal

In Lagos on Victoria Island, 24 eggs cost N750. 12 eggs will cost N480.

Hello Guys I am moving to Lagos next year its an intra company transfer. I had been offered 5000USD per month. My accommodation is provided by company along with the medical and fuel allowances. But the car needs to be bought by me. I am a bachelor.. Could you guys tell me how much can I save If I live a very simple life..

you can save 3000 dollar.i have not calculate the cost of car