Seaport · St Vincent & the Grenadines
Port of Kingstown
Kingstown (St Vincent & the Grenadines) is a small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 11640). It lies on the Caribbean Sea.
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Port profile
- Country / territory
- St Vincent & the Grenadines
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- VCKTN
- World Port Index no.
- 11640
- Coordinates
- 13.15°N, 61.23°W
- Harbor size
- Small
- Harbor type
- Coastal (natural)
- Shelter afforded
- Fair
- Waters
- Caribbean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- WPI region
- Saint Vincent
- Repairs
- Limited
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Anchorage depth | 30.0 m |
|---|---|
| Cargo pier depth | 11.0 m |
| Oil terminal depth | 7.9 m |
| Tidal range | 0.1 m |
| Max vessel length | 260.0 m |
| Max vessel draft | 9.1 m |
| Offshore max vessel draft | 12.0 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
- Anchorage
- Ro-ro
- Solid bulk
- Liquid bulk
- Container
- Breakbulk
Cranes and lifting
- Mobile cranes
- Lifts 25–49 t
Entrance restrictions
- Heavy swell
- Other restrictions
Navigation and port entry
- First port of entry
- ETA message required
- Good holding ground
- Turning area
- Port security
- Search and rescue
- Quarantine: pratique
- Quarantine: other
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage compulsory
- Pilotage available
Services
- Longshoremen
- Electricity
- Medical facilities
- Garbage disposal
Supplies
- Provisions
- Potable water
- Fuel oil
- Diesel oil
Communications and connections
- Radio
- Airport
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) | 9,200 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 9,220 nm |
| Hai Phong | 8,650 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Kingstown, 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 Kingstown
Where is Port of Kingstown?
Kingstown (St Vincent & the Grenadines) lies on the Caribbean Sea, at about 13.15°N, 61.23°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Kingstown?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE VCKTN for Kingstown. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
What is the maximum vessel size at Kingstown?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel length 260.0 m, draft 9.1 m for Kingstown. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
Does Kingstown have container facilities?
Yes, the World Port Index lists container facilities at Kingstown. Service availability depends on which carriers call there; we can check current options.
How far is Kingstown from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 9,200 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 8,650 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include San Juan, Caucedo, Cartagena (Colombia).
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Kingstown?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Kingstown 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.