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Port of Barbuda

AGBBQ🇦🇬Antigua and Barbuda

Port Location

About Port of Barbuda

Barbuda is a seaport in Antigua and Barbuda, located north of Antigua in the eastern Caribbean. It primarily handles passenger vessels.

Background
Barbuda is an island and dependency located in the eastern Caribbean forming part of the twin-island state of Antigua and Barbuda as an autonomous entity. Barbuda is located approximately 30 miles (48 km) north of Antigua. The only settlements on the island are Codrington and its surrounding localities. Barbuda is a flat island with the western portion being dominated by Codrington Lagoon, and the eastern portion being dominated by the elevated plateau of the Barbuda Highlands, with salty ponds and scrubland spread throughout the island. The climate is classified as tropical marine.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
17.5890°
Longitude
-61.7949°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
AGBBQ
Country
🇦🇬Antigua and Barbuda
Time Zone
UTC-4

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q238752 →
Wikipedia
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Official Site
www.antigua-barbuda.org →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Barbuda?+
The approach to Barbuda is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pillar Rock Lighthouse at 28.1 NM to the S. Other aids include Sandy Island (28.3 NM SSW), St. John'S (28.4 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Barbuda on?+
The Port of Barbuda is situated on the Caribbean Sea in AG. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Barbuda?+
You can track vessels near Barbuda (AGBBQ) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for AGBBQ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Barbuda?+
The Port of Barbuda operates in the UTC-4 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.
What is the Port of Barbuda?+
BARBUDA (UN/Locode: AGBBQ), Antigua and Barbuda is a seaport located at approximately 17.58896° N, -61.79492° E.
Where is the Port of Barbuda located?+
Coordinates: 17.58896° N, -61.79492° E. Nearby terminals/ports:ST JOHNS — UN/Locode: AGSJO — 17.12450° N, -61.85278° EFALMOUTH — UN/Locode: AGFAM — 17.02080° N, -61.77407° EANTIGUA — UN/Locode: AGANU — 17.01175° N, -61.77362° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Barbuda?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Barbuda?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Barbuda?+
Vessel types historically calling: Passenger.