Pakistan

Port of Karachi (PK KHI)

UN/LOCODE
PK KHI
Harbor size
Medium
Channel depth
12.2 m
Nearest city
Karāchi
Body of water
Arabian Sea; Indian Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Pakistan
Port information
Region
PK-SD
Coordinates
24.7833, 66.9833 (24°47′N 66°59′E)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, natural
Harbor use
Cargo
Shelter
Good
Tidal range
2 m
Anchorage depth
9 m
Cargo pier depth
13.5 m
Oil terminal depth
14 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft)
400 m × 58 m × 14 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Repairs: Limited Dry dock: Large Marine railway (slipway): Large Medical facilities: Yes Nearest airport: Yes Rail connection: Yes Entrance restricted by tide: Yes Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
RoRo Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Container Solid bulk Liquid bulk Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t 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
#69
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #69
343.02
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 343.02

Located in Pakistan, the port of Karachi serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Karachi has a Medium harbor of the Coastal, natural type. Ships approaching Karachi work with a channel depth of 12.2 m. Karāchi is the nearest city to Karachi, linking the port to inland markets.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Karachi located?
Karachi is a seaport in Pakistan, near Karāchi.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Karachi?
The UN/LOCODE for Karachi is PK KHI.
What is the channel depth at Karachi?
The channel depth at Karachi is 12.2 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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