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Port of Santiago de Cuba

CUSCU🇨🇺CU

Port Location

About Port of Santiago de Cuba

The Port of Santiago de Cuba (CUSCU) is a maritime port facility located in CU. It features a maximum draft of 10.09m. Local time zone: UTC-5.

Vessel capacity and restrictions: The controlling depth at Santiago de Cuba is 10.09 meters. Vessel masters should confirm current draft restrictions with the port authority before arrival.

Position: 20.0007°N, 75.8617°W. UN/LOCODE: CUSCU.

Geographic context: The Port of Santiago de Cuba is situated on the Caribbean Sea. The location falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers.

Vessel Limits

Max Draft
10.09m

General Information

Port Name
Santiago de Cuba
Country
🇨🇺CU
UNLOCODE
CUSCU
Time Zone
UTC-5
Latitude
20.0007°
Longitude
-75.8617°

Navigation Aids Near Santiago de Cuba

Santiago de Cuba Province Lighthouses Lighthouse

2 NMS

Guantánamo Bay U.S. Naval Station Lighthouses Lighthouse

39.9 NME

Punta Liberal Lighthouse

49.8 NMNNE

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Santiago de Cuba?+
The controlling depth at Santiago de Cuba is 10.09 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.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Santiago de Cuba?+
The approach to Santiago de Cuba is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Santiago de Cuba Province Lighthouses Lighthouse at 2 NM to the S. Other aids include Guantánamo Bay U.S. Naval Station Lighthouses (39.9 NM E), Punta Liberal (49.8 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Santiago de Cuba on?+
The Port of Santiago de Cuba is situated on the Caribbean Sea in CU. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Santiago de Cuba?+
You can track vessels near Santiago de Cuba (CUSCU) 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 CUSCU on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Santiago de Cuba?+
The Port of Santiago de Cuba operates in the UTC-5 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.