Côte d`Ivoire

Port of Abidjan (CI ABJ)

UN/LOCODE
CI ABJ
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
13.5 m
Nearest city
Abidjan
Body of water
North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Côte d`Ivoire
Port of Abidjan, Côte d`Ivoire © Romain Seaf · CC BY-SA 2.0
Port information
Region
CI-AB
Coordinates
5.2500, -4.0167 (5°15′N 4°01′W)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Canal or lake
Shelter
Excellent
Tidal range
1 m
Anchorage depth
40 m
Cargo pier depth
12.5 m
Oil terminal depth
30 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft)
280 m × 9.5 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Moderate Dry dock: Small Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes Entrance restricted by tide: Yes Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage Container Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
#381
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #381
337.64
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 337.64

Abidjan is a seaport on the coast of Côte d`Ivoire, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Large, with a Canal or lake layout. The channel depth runs to 13.5 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Abidjan located?
Abidjan is a seaport in Côte d`Ivoire.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Abidjan?
The UN/LOCODE for Abidjan is CI ABJ.
What is the channel depth at Abidjan?
The channel depth at Abidjan is 13.5 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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