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Port of Fao

IQFAO🇮🇶Iraq

Port Location

About Port of Fao

This seaport is located in Iraq. It handles a variety of vessel types including bulk carriers, container ships, tankers, and gas carriers.

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Classification

Type
Port

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
IQFAO
Country
🇮🇶Iraq
Time Zone
UTC+3

Region

Latitude
29.9800°
Longitude
48.4700°
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Fao?+
The approach to Fao is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Jazirat Miskan Lighthouse at 31.7 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Jazirat Auhuh (36.2 NM S), Ra'S Al Ard (42.3 NM SSW), Al Shuwaykh Port Control (46.7 NM SW), Jazirat Umm An Naml (47.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Fao on?+
The Port of Fao is situated on the Persian Gulf in IQ. 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 Fao?+
You can track vessels near Fao (IQFAO) 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 IQFAO on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Fao?+
The Port of Fao 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 Fao?+
FAO (UN/Locode: IQFAO), Iraq is a seaport located at approximately 29.98000° N, 48.47000° E.
Where is the Port of Fao located?+
Coordinates: 29.98000° N, 48.47000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:ABADAN — UN/Locode: IRABD — 30.33673° N, 48.27041° EAL BASRAH — UN/Locode: IQMAB — 29.68440° N, 48.82689° EUMM QASR — UN/Locode: IQUQR — 30.02737° N, 47.97300° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Fao?+
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 Fao?+
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 Fao?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Pleasure Craft, Ro Ro, Special Craft, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.