Djibouti

Port of Djibouti (DJ JIB)

UN/LOCODE
DJ JIB
Harbor size
Small
Channel depth
17.1 m
Nearest city
Djibouti
Body of water
Gulf of Aden; Indian Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Djibouti
Port of Djibouti, Djibouti © CharlesFred · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
Also known as
Jibuti
Coordinates
11.6000, 43.1333 (11°36′N 43°08′E)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, natural
Harbor use
Cargo
Shelter
Good
Tidal range
2.8 m
Anchorage depth
20 m
Cargo pier depth
12 m
Oil terminal depth
20 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft)
270 m × 18 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Limited Dry dock: Medium Marine railway (slipway): Medium Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes Entrance restricted by tide: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Container Solid bulk Liquid bulk Mediterranean mooring Oil terminal
Cranes
Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
#53
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #53
210.34
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 210.34

Located in Djibouti, the port of Djibouti serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Djibouti has a Small harbor of the Coastal, natural type. Ships approaching Djibouti work with a channel depth of 17.1 m.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Djibouti located?
Djibouti is a seaport in Djibouti.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Djibouti?
The UN/LOCODE for Djibouti is DJ JIB.
What is the channel depth at Djibouti?
The channel depth at Djibouti is 17.1 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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