Costa Rica

Port of Puerto Limon (CR LIO)

Costa Rica
Also known as: Limon; Puerto Moin
Port of Puerto Limon, Costa Rica © Tereso Hernández · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE CR LIO
Coordinates 9.9833, -83.0167 (9°59′N 83°01′W)
Region CR-L
Nearest city Puerto Limón
Body of water Caribbean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Very small
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Shelter Good
Tidal range 0.3 m
Channel depth 11.5 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
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Overhead limits No
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
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #150
  • 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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