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PORT OF TARRAFAL

CVTAR🇨🇻Cabo Verde

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About PORT OF TARRAFAL

Port of Tarrafal is a small harbor located on the island of Santiago in Cabo Verde. It serves as a local fishing port and handles general cargo.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Latitude
16.5668°
Longitude
-24.3598°

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CVTAR
Country
🇨🇻Cabo Verde
Time Zone
UTC-1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sea or ocean is the PORT OF TARRAFAL on?

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The PORT OF TARRAFAL is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in CV. 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 TARRAFAL?

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You can track vessels near TARRAFAL (CVTAR) 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 CVTAR on the live map.

Where is the PORT OF TARRAFAL?

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The PORT OF TARRAFAL is a port in CV. Its UN/LOCODE is CVTAR — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE CVTAR mean?

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The first two characters, CV, are the ISO country code for CV. 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.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the PORT OF TARRAFAL?

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The PORT OF TARRAFAL operates in the UTC-1 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.