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Port of Fernando de Noronha

BRFEN🇧🇷Brazil

Port Location

About Port of Fernando de Noronha

This port serves the Fernando de Noronha archipelago, located 191 nautical miles off the Brazilian coast in the Atlantic Ocean. It primarily handles pleasure craft.

Background
Fernando de Noronha, officially the State District of Fernando de Noronha and formerly known as the Federal Territory of Fernando de Noronha until 1988, is an archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean, part of the state of Pernambuco, Brazil, and located 191 nautical miles off the Brazilian coast.

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Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q175057 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.noronha.pe.gov.br →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
BRFEN
Country
🇧🇷Brazil
Time Zone
UTC-3

Region

Subdivision
BR-PE
Latitude
-3.8500°
Longitude
-32.4333°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Fernando de Noronha?+
The approach to Fernando de Noronha is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Fernando De Noronha Lighthouse at 2.3 NM to the SW. Other aids include Ilha Rata (3.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Fernando de Noronha on?+
The Port of Fernando de Noronha is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean in BR. The area falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Fernando de Noronha?+
You can track vessels near Fernando de Noronha (BRFEN) 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 BRFEN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Fernando de Noronha?+
The Port of Fernando de Noronha operates in the UTC-3 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 Fernando de Noronha?+
FERNANDO DE NORONHA (UN/Locode: BRFEN), Brazil is a seaport located at approximately -3.85000° N, -32.43000° E.
Where is the Port of Fernando de Noronha located?+
Coordinates: -3.85000° N, -32.43000° E.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Fernando de Noronha?+
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 Fernando de Noronha?+
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 Fernando de Noronha?+
Vessel types historically calling: Pleasure Craft.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Fernando de Noronha?+
Ship suppliers include TROPICAL SHIP SUPPLY LTD. - BRAZIL and NAVSUPPLY SHIPCHANDLER.