Port of Djibouti (DJJIB): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Djibouti (UN/LOCODE DJJIB) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in Djibouti, on the Gulf of Aden. It sits at 11.6000° N, 43.1333° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 17.1 m, an anchorage depth near 20 m, cargo pier depths around 12 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage, solid bulk, liquid bulk, container facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- Coastal (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Harbor Use
- Cargo
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Gulf of Aden; Indian Ocean
- Region
- Djibouti
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Djibouti
Where is Port of Djibouti located?
Port of Djibouti is a seaport located in Djibouti, on the Gulf of Aden. Its coordinates are 11.6000° N, 43.1333° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Djibouti?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Djibouti is DJJIB — country code DJ, location code JIB.
How deep is Port of Djibouti?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Djibouti has a channel depth of about 17.1 m, an anchorage depth of about 20 m, cargo pier depths of about 12 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Djibouti?
Port of Djibouti reports a maximum draft of 18 m, a maximum length of 270 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Djibouti require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Djibouti.
What type of harbor is Port of Djibouti?
Port of Djibouti is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Djibouti have?
Port of Djibouti is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage, solid bulk, liquid bulk, container, breakbulk facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Djibouti are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #47850), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →