Port of Vitória

The controlling depth at Vitória is 10.05 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.

The approach to Vitória is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ilha Do Boi Lighthouse at 2.1 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Pedra da Baleia (2.7 NM E), Santa Luzia (2.7 NM E), Ilha do Pacotes (4.1 NM ESE), Tubarão Sul (4.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Vitória is situated on the South Atlantic Ocean in BR. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

You can track vessels near Vitória (BRVIX) 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 BRVIX on the live map.

The Port of Vitória is a port in BR. Its UN/LOCODE is BRVIX — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

The first two characters, BR, are the ISO country code for BR. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

The Port of Vitória 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.

VITORIA (UN/Locode: BRVIX), Brazil is a seaport located at approximately -20.32249° N, -40.31627° E.

Coordinates: -20.32249° N, -40.31627° E. Nearby terminals/ports:PRAIA MOLE PT / VITORIA — UN/Locode: BRPRM — -20.27000° N, -40.29000° ETUBARAO — UN/Locode: BRTUB — -20.28571° N, -40.24303° ESERRA — UN/Locode: BRSER — -20.15000° N, -40.27000° E

Harbor type/size: River Natural and Medium. Cranes: fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 25–49 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading and turning area. Depths: channel depth 9.4m - 10m; anchorage depth 20.1m - 21.3m; cargo pier depth 9.4m - 10m; oil terminal depth 7.1m - 9.1m and maximum draft approx. 10.05 m.

Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: restrictions present; ice: none; overhead limits: apply and other: none noted.

Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available; first port of entry: available and additional quarantine services available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.

Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, General Cargo, Offshore, Ro Ro, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.

Ship suppliers include TROPICAL SHIP SUPPLY LTD. - BRAZIL, NAVSUPPLY SHIPCHANDLER and Sea Star Ship Suppliers + more.

Service providers include Inglasco International Ltd and SHIPTECH MARINE SERVICES.