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🇩🇪 Diaspora Investing · Germany

Buy Nigerian Shares from Germany

Nigerians living in Germany — in Berlin, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich or anywhere across the country — can buy and own NGX-listed shares directly in their own name through Shares Saver. Holdings are registered through regulated Nigerian stockbroker partners — not held in a pooled or nominee structure.

How It Works

Who can invest — eligibility requirements

🇳🇬Nigerian citizens only

Shares Saver is currently only available to Nigerian citizens. Non-Nigerians cannot invest at this time.

🏦BVN required

A valid BVN (Bank Verification Number) is required. Your BVN links your identity to Nigeria's banking system.

💳Nigerian bank account required

You must fund your account through a Nigerian bank account. German bank accounts (EUR) cannot be used for funding.

Why Nigerians in Germany invest in Nigerian stocks

Germany is home to one of the largest Nigerian communities in continental Europe. Many Nigerian professionals, students, and entrepreneurs living in Germany continue to maintain deep financial ties to Nigeria — supporting family businesses, planning eventual return, or simply wanting to participate in Nigeria's economic growth. Direct share ownership offers a formal, regulated way to build that stake.

Build wealth in Nigeria from Germany

Owning shares in NGX-listed companies — banks, telecoms, consumer goods and more — lets you participate in Nigerian economic growth from your base in Germany.

Shares in your name, not a fund

Unlike collective investment funds, your Shares Saver holdings are registered directly in your legal name with the Nigerian registrar. You own specific shares in specific companies.

Long-term savings approach

Shares Saver is built for monthly, incremental investing — aligned with how most diaspora Nigerians prefer to grow their Nigerian portfolio gradually over time.

How to buy Nigerian shares from Germany — step by step

01
Create a Shares Saver account

Register at sharessaver.com or via the app. No Nigerian bank account needed to begin.

02
Complete identity verification

Upload a valid government-issued ID (Nigerian international passport is accepted) to satisfy Nigerian KYC requirements. Completed entirely online.

03
Choose NGX-listed companies

Browse Shares Saver's available company profiles and select the stocks you want. Companies span banking, telecoms, oil and gas, consumer goods, and more.

04
Set a monthly savings plan

Choose a monthly amount. Shares Saver is designed for gradual, long-term investing — not active trading. Small regular amounts compound over time.

05
Fund your account

Use available payment options to fund your account from Germany. Contact support for current EUR payment guidance.

06
Shares bought and registered in your name

Shares Saver instructs a regulated Nigerian stockbroker to execute the purchase. Your shares are registered in your legal name with the relevant Nigerian registrar.

What Germany-based investors should know

Funding from Germany: use your Nigerian bank account

German bank accounts (EUR) cannot be used to fund your Shares Saver account directly. You will need an active Nigerian bank account. Many Nigerians in Germany use remittance services to move EUR to their Nigerian naira account, then fund their Shares Saver account from there. Nigerian shares are priced in Naira (₦) on the NGX.

German tax considerations

German residents are taxed on worldwide income. Investment income from foreign shares — including Nigerian stocks — may be subject to German Abgeltungsteuer (capital gains withholding tax) and reporting requirements via your annual Steuererklärung (tax return). Dividends received from Nigerian companies may also be taxable. Consult a Steuerberater (German tax adviser) for personalised guidance.

KYC from Germany

Shares Saver requires identity verification to comply with Nigerian regulatory requirements. A valid Nigerian international passport or another acceptable government-issued ID is sufficient. The process is completed digitally within the app — you do not need to attend a physical location.

Your ownership record is independent

Your shares are registered in your own name with the relevant Nigerian registrar. This record is separate from the Shares Saver platform. Even if Shares Saver were unavailable, your registered ownership would remain intact and could be accessed through the relevant broker or registrar.

Important disclaimer

This page is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice, tax advice, or legal advice. The value of shares can fall as well as rise. Shares Saver does not provide tax guidance — consult a qualified adviser in Germany before investing.

Frequently asked questions

Can I buy Nigerian shares while living in Germany?

Yes — but only Nigerian citizens are currently eligible. If you are a Nigerian citizen living in Germany, you can buy shares listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) through Shares Saver, provided you have a valid BVN and an active Nigerian bank account.

Is a BVN required to invest from Germany?

Yes. A BVN (Bank Verification Number) is required. Your BVN links your identity to Nigeria's banking system and is needed to satisfy KYC requirements.

Do I need a Nigerian bank account to invest from Germany?

Yes. A Nigerian bank account is required. German bank accounts (EUR) cannot be used to fund your Shares Saver account. You must fund through your Nigerian bank account. Many Nigerians in Germany use remittance services to transfer EUR to their Nigerian naira account first.

Will I have German tax obligations on Nigerian share investments?

Shares Saver does not provide tax advice. German residents investing in foreign assets may have reporting or capital gains tax obligations under German Finanzamt rules (Kapitalertragsteuer / Abgeltungsteuer). You should consult a German-qualified Steuerberater (tax adviser) before investing.

Are my shares protected if something happens to Shares Saver?

Because your shares are registered in your own name with the relevant Nigerian registrar — not held in a pooled structure by Shares Saver — your legal ownership record exists independently of the Shares Saver platform.

How long does it take to start investing from Germany?

Once your Shares Saver account is created and identity verification is complete, you can set up a savings plan and begin investing. The account opening process is digital and can be completed from anywhere in Germany.

Can I invest from Germany without ever visiting Nigeria?

Yes. The entire process — registration, identity verification, savings plan setup, and portfolio management — is handled through the Shares Saver app. You do not need to visit Nigeria to invest.

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