Seaport · Northern Mariana Islands
Port of Rota
Rota (Northern Mariana Islands) is a very small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 56540). It lies on the North Pacific Ocean.
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Port profile
- Country / territory
- Northern Mariana Islands
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- MPROP
- World Port Index no.
- 56540
- Coordinates
- 14.13°N, 145.15°E
- Harbor size
- Very small
- Harbor type
- Open roadstead
- Shelter afforded
- Poor
- Waters
- North Pacific Ocean
- WPI region
- Northern Mariana Is
- Repairs
- Limited
- Railway (slipway)
- Small
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Channel depth | 23.2 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 23.2 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 1.8 m |
| Tidal range | 1.0 m |
Facilities
- Anchorage
Cranes and lifting
- Lifts 50–100 t
Entrance restrictions
- Other restrictions
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage compulsory
Services
- Longshoremen
- Medical facilities
Supplies
- Provisions
- Potable water
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) | 2,260 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 2,240 nm |
| Hai Phong | 2,230 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Rota, 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: U.S. Coast Pilot 10 - Oregon Washington Hawaii and Pacific Islands.
Frequently asked questions about Rota
Where is Port of Rota?
Rota (Northern Mariana Islands) lies on the North Pacific Ocean, at about 14.13°N, 145.15°E.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Rota?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE MPROP for Rota. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
How far is Rota from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 2,260 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 2,230 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Lae, Shimizu, Yokohama.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Rota?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Rota 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.