If you import from China, you’ve probably heard (or lived) the horror stories:
- Payments that never arrive
- Fake receipts from dodgy agents
- Suppliers who ghost after collecting money
- Unexpected deductions and FX losses
The truth is, paying suppliers in China from Nigeria isn’t as simple as it looks, especially if you’re doing it the wrong way.
This post will show you the smartest, safest ways to send money to China and how to protect your business from losing millions.
The 3 Most Common Mistakes Importers Make
1. Using Informal Agents Without Structure
That guy on WhatsApp who says, “Send me the naira, I’ll handle it”, sounds easy, right? Until:
- You get a fake transfer slip
- The money disappears, and he stops picking up calls
- Your supplier never receives anything
No receipts. No recourse. No business.
2. Relying on Banks Alone
While banks are “safe,” they’re rarely built for speed or flexibility. You might face:
- 5 to 10-day delays
- High hidden fees
- Frustrating compliance bottlenecks
And in fast-paced international trade, delays can cost you deals.
3. Sending Money via WeChat or Alipay Randomly
These platforms are common in China, but not designed for Nigerian importers. Sending funds through unknown WeChat contacts or unverified Alipay accounts exposes you to scams and blocks from Chinese financial authorities.
What Smart Importers Are Doing Instead
The smartest importers, the ones growing faster and getting priority with suppliers, use verified, business-grade payment platforms that are:
- Fast
- Transparent
- Traceable
- Compliant
That’s exactly what Cudium provides.
Why Cudium Is the Best Way to Pay China Suppliers from Nigeria
Cudium helps you send payments to your Chinese suppliers without stress, delays, or risks. We’ve built a system trusted by importers across Lagos, Onitsha, Kano, and Abuja.
With Cudium:
- You get real payment receipts your supplier can confirm
- We use verified bank accounts & licensed partners
- Payments are delivered fast (same-day)
- You can track your transactions
- You avoid FX losses and shady routes
Stop guessing. Start paying like a pro.
What a Cudium Client Said:
“I used to send payments through one agent and I lost ₦3.2 million in one transaction. Cudium changed everything. I now pay my China supplier weekly without stress, and my supplier respects me more.”
Mr Chinedu, Electronics Importer (Alaba Market)
Here’s How to Pay Your China Supplier — The Right Way
- Sign up on Cudium
- Provide your supplier’s bank details
- Fund your wallet in Naira
- We convert and deliver in 2 hours or less
- You get proof, your supplier gets paid, and your business keeps moving
Ready to send your next payment the smart way?
Start with Cudium. Trusted by importers. Built for peace of mind.