Seaport · Dominican Republic
Port of Cabo Rojo
Cabo Rojo (Dominican Republic) is a very small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 11075). It lies on the Caribbean Sea.
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Port profile
- Country / territory
- Dominican Republic
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- DOCBJ
- World Port Index no.
- 11075
- Coordinates
- 17.92°N, 71.65°W
- Harbor size
- Very small
- Harbor type
- Open roadstead
- Shelter afforded
- Poor
- Waters
- Caribbean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- WPI region
- Dominican Republic
- Repairs
- None
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Channel depth | 9.4 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 4.9 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 9.4 m |
| Tidal range | 0.6 m |
| Max vessel length | 213.3 m |
| Max vessel beam | 36.5 m |
| Max vessel draft | 10.9 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
- Anchorage
- Solid bulk
- Breakbulk
Entrance restrictions
- Heavy swell
- Other restrictions
- Overhead limits
Navigation and port entry
- First port of entry
- ETA message required
- Turning area
- Port security
- Quarantine: other
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage compulsory
- Pilotage available
- Pilotage advisable
- Local assistance
Services
- Longshoremen
Supplies
- Potable water
Communications and connections
- Radio
- Radiotelephone
Only items reported as available in the World Port Index are listed.
Distance from Vietnam
Great-circle (straight-line) distances from Vietnam’s main port clusters. Actual sea routes are longer, as ships follow sea lanes around land.
| From | Great-circle distance |
|---|---|
| Cat Lai (Ho Chi Minh City) | 9,080 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 9,100 nm |
| Hai Phong | 8,480 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Cabo Rojo, with full port guides:
Data source
Port characteristics on this page come from the NGA World Port Index (Pub. 150, U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency), as distributed in the seaport-data-js dataset. The index is a navigational reference and may not reflect recent construction, terminal changes or current operating limits. Always confirm details with the port authority, agent or carrier. Sailing directions: Sailing Directions Pub. 147 (Enroute) - Caribbean Sea - Volume I.
Frequently asked questions about Cabo Rojo
Where is Port of Cabo Rojo?
Cabo Rojo (Dominican Republic) lies on the Caribbean Sea, at about 17.92°N, 71.65°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Cabo Rojo?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE DOCBJ for Cabo Rojo. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
What is the maximum vessel size at Cabo Rojo?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel length 213.3 m, beam 36.5 m, draft 10.9 m for Cabo Rojo. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
How far is Cabo Rojo from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 9,080 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 8,480 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Caucedo, Kingston, San Juan.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Cabo Rojo?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Cabo Rojo through our carrier contracts and agent network. Send us your cargo details for a quote.
Information on this page is general guidance compiled by Global Logistic Group from public sources. Port facilities, carrier networks, routings and transit times change frequently; always confirm current schedules, cut-offs and requirements with us or the carrier before booking.