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Port of Baní

DOBAN🇩🇴Dominican Republic

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About Port of Baní

Baní is a historic port established in 1764, located in the southern Dominican Republic. It functions as a canal port, serving as a commercial center for the region.

Background
Baní is a capital town of the Peravia Province, Dominican Republic. It is the commercial and manufacturing center in the southern region of Valdesia. The town is located 65 km south of the capital city Santo Domingo.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
50m

Region

Latitude
18.2833°
Longitude
-70.3333°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
3494084 →
Wikidata
Q1902349 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
DOBAN
Country
🇩🇴Dominican Republic
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port

History

Established
1764

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Baní?

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The approach to Baní is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Boca Canasta Lighthouse at 2.3 NM to the S. Other aids include Punta Palenque (10.6 NM ESE), Punta Salinas (13.6 NM WSW), Puerto de Haina (19.8 NM ENE), Punta Torrecilla (28.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Baní on?

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The Port of Baní is situated on the Caribbean Sea in DO. 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 Baní?

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You can track vessels near Baní (DOBAN) 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 DOBAN on the live map.

Where is the Port of Baní?

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The Port of Baní is a port in DO. Its UN/LOCODE is DOBAN — 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 DOBAN mean?

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The first two characters, DO, are the ISO country code for DO. 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 Baní?

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The Port of Baní 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.