Costa Rica

Port of Puerto Limon (CR LIO)

UN/LOCODE
CR LIO
Harbor size
Very small
Channel depth
11.5 m
Nearest city
Puerto Limón
Body of water
Caribbean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Costa Rica
Port of Puerto Limon, Costa Rica © Tereso Hernández · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
Region
CR-L
Also known as
Limon; Puerto Moin
Coordinates
9.9833, -83.0167 (9°59′N 83°01′W)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, breakwater
Shelter
Good
Tidal range
0.3 m
Anchorage depth
35 m
Cargo pier depth
11 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft)
300 m × 48.2 m × 11.8 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Limited Marine railway (slipway): Small Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes
Facilities
RoRo Other Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Container Solid bulk Liquid bulk
Cranes
Mobile crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Diesel fuel Provisions
Ratings
#150
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #150
60.69
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 60.69

Puerto Limon is a seaport on the coast of Costa Rica, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Very small, with a Coastal, breakwater layout. The channel depth runs to 11.5 m, a key limit on vessel draft. The port lies close to Puerto Limón, the nearest major population center.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Puerto Limon located?
Puerto Limon is a seaport in Costa Rica, near Puerto Limón.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Puerto Limon?
The UN/LOCODE for Puerto Limon is CR LIO.
What is the channel depth at Puerto Limon?
The channel depth at Puerto Limon is 11.5 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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