Port of Dili (TLDIL): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Dili (UN/LOCODE TLDIL) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in Timor-Leste, on the Banda Sea. It sits at 8.5333° S, 125.5833° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 6.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes anchorage facilities.

Country
Timor-Leste
UN/LOCODE
TLDIL
Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Coordinates
8.5333° S, 125.5833° E

Port Specifications & Capabilities

Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.

Channel Depth
23.2 m
Anchorage Depth
23.2 m
Cargo Pier Depth
6.4 m
Max Vessel Draft
7.2 m
Max Vessel Length
140 m
Tidal Range
5 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Harbor Size
Small
Shelter Afforded
Good
World Water Body
Banda Sea; South Pacific Ocean
Region
East Timor

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryNo
Tugs AssistanceNo
Provisions / WaterYes / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Unknown
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockUnknown / Unknown
Ice RestrictionUnknown
Anchorage

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Port of Dili (TLDIL)
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Distance
154 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Dili

Where is Port of Dili located?

Port of Dili is a seaport located in Timor-Leste, on the Banda Sea. Its coordinates are 8.5333° S, 125.5833° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Dili?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Dili is TLDIL — country code TL, location code DIL.

How deep is Port of Dili?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Dili has a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 6.4 m.

What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Dili?

Port of Dili reports a maximum draft of 7.2 m, a maximum length of 140 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Dili require a pilot?

Pilotage is not listed as compulsory at Port of Dili.

What type of harbor is Port of Dili?

Port of Dili is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Dili have?

Port of Dili is recorded as offering anchorage facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Dili are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #51440), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →