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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has halted approval for the extension of export proceeds repatriation.
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Exporters must now repatriate proceeds within 180 days for oil and gas exports and 90 days for non-oil exports.
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced that it will no longer approve requests for the extension of repatriation of export proceeds.
This decision, effective immediately, aims to tighten the management of foreign exchange and ensure prompt repatriation of export proceeds.
According to a circular signed by W.J. Kanya, acting director of the Trade and Exchange Department, exporters must repatriate proceeds within 180 days for oil and gas exports and 90 days for non-oil exports.
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An analyst noted, “This is a clear directive that aims to ensure prompt and efficient repatriation of export proceeds, which is vital for the stability of our foreign exchange market.”
Authorised dealer banks are required to bring this new directive to the attention of their customers and ensure compliance.
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