Multipurpose port · United States
Port of New Orleans
New Orleans is a multipurpose port on the Mississippi River in United States (Gulf of Mexico). Below: key facts, how it connects with Vietnam and what to prepare when shipping through it.
Key facts
- Country / territory
- United States
- UN/LOCODE
- USMSY
- Port type
- Multipurpose port
- Region
- Gulf of Mexico
- Waters
- Mississippi River
- Coordinates
- 29.93°N, 90.07°W
- Container throughput
- No verified figure published here
About the port of New Orleans
New Orleans is a multipurpose port handling a mix of containers, general and project cargo and bulk commodities. Container services are typically regional or feeder connections rather than direct long-haul calls.
Role in trade with Vietnam
US Gulf and Mexican Gulf ports are mostly reached via the Panama Canal, directly or by transshipment in North Asia or the Caribbean.
Sea routes and transit times from Vietnam
We have not published a sample voyage to New Orleans yet. Typical options from Vietnam are direct regional services or transshipment via a major hub; ask us for current schedules.
Shipping lines
Most global carriers and regional lines serve this region. We check current services and space for your shipment when quoting. All shipping lines →
Customs and documentation tips
- Make sure the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and customs declaration show consistent descriptions, HS codes, quantities and weights.
- Agree the Incoterms® rule and who arranges freight, insurance and destination charges before booking.
- Choose the bill of lading type (original, telex release or sea waybill) according to the payment terms with your buyer or supplier.
- Declare the verified gross mass (VGM) of each container before the carrier’s cut-off, as required by SOLAS.
- Check destination import requirements early: licences, product standards, labelling, fumigation or phytosanitary certificates where applicable.
- For the United States, the Importer Security Filing (ISF “10+2”) and the carrier’s AMS manifest must be filed before loading in Vietnam.
Frequently asked questions about New Orleans
Where is the port of New Orleans?
New Orleans is in United States, on the Mississippi River, in the Gulf of Mexico shipping region.
What is the UN/LOCODE of New Orleans?
The UN/LOCODE commonly used for New Orleans is USMSY. Check the exact terminal or location code required by the carrier when booking.
How long does sea freight take from Vietnam to New Orleans?
It depends on the routing and whether the service is direct or via transshipment. Contact us for current schedules from Hai Phong, Cat Lai or Cai Mep.
What documents are needed to ship via New Orleans?
Usually a commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading, plus any certificates required by the destination (origin, phytosanitary, fumigation, licences). Advance cargo filings may apply before loading.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from New Orleans?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for New Orleans 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. Data as of October 2026.