Mexico

Port of Veracruz (MX VER)

Mexico
Port information
UN/LOCODE MX VER
Coordinates 19.2000, -96.1333 (19°12′N 96°08′W)
Region MX-VER
Nearest city Veracruz
Body of water Gulf of Mexico; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Medium
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Shelter Good
Tidal range 0.6 m
Channel depth 14 m
Anchorage depth 24 m
Cargo pier depth 11 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft) 336.7 m × 48.2 m × 12.8 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Repairs Major
Dry dock Medium
Marine railway (slipway) Medium
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide Yes
Overhead limits No
Facilities
RoRo Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Container Solid bulk Liquid bulk
Cranes
Floating crane Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #97
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 200.25

Veracruz operates as a working harbor in Mexico, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Medium harbor laid out as Coastal, breakwater sets the scale of operations at Veracruz. Draft at the approach to Veracruz is constrained by a 14.0 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Veracruz located?
Veracruz is a seaport in Mexico.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Veracruz?
The UN/LOCODE for Veracruz is MX VER.
What is the channel depth at Veracruz?
The channel depth at Veracruz is 14 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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