Seaport · Uruguay
Port of La Paloma
La Paloma (Uruguay) is a very small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 13100). It lies on the South Atlantic Ocean.
Port profile
- Country / territory
- Uruguay
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- UYLAP
- World Port Index no.
- 13100
- Coordinates
- 34.65°S, 54.15°W
- Harbor size
- Very small
- Harbor type
- Coastal (natural)
- Shelter afforded
- Good
- Waters
- South Atlantic Ocean
- WPI region
- Uruguay
- Other names
- Paloma
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Channel depth | 3.4 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 4.9 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 4.9 m |
Cranes and lifting
- Mobile cranes
- Lifts 0–24 t
Entrance restrictions
- Other restrictions
Navigation and port entry
- ETA message required
- Quarantine: pratique
- Quarantine: other
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage compulsory
- Pilotage available
Supplies
- Provisions
- Potable water
Communications and connections
- Telephone
- Telefax
- Radio
- Rail
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) | 9,030 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 9,030 nm |
| Hai Phong | 9,500 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to La Paloma, 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. 124 (Enroute) - East Coast of South America.
Frequently asked questions about La Paloma
Where is Port of La Paloma?
La Paloma (Uruguay) lies on the South Atlantic Ocean, at about 34.65°S, 54.15°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of La Paloma?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE UYLAP for La Paloma. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
How far is La Paloma from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 9,030 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 9,500 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Montevideo, Rio Grande, Buenos Aires.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from La Paloma?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for La Paloma 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.