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Port of Amirabad

IRBAM🇮🇷Iran

Port Location

About Port of Amirabad

Amirabad Port is Iran's largest port on the Caspian Sea, situated north of Behshahr County. It handles general cargo and tanker vessels.

Background
Amirabad Port or Amirabad Special Economic Zone And Port is the largest port on the Caspian Sea. It is located in the north of Behshahr County, next to the peninsula and the biosphere reserve of Miankaleh in Iran.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-13m

Region

Subdivision
IR-06
Latitude
26.8500°
Longitude
54.3667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
IRBAM
Country
🇮🇷Iran
Time Zone
UTC+3:30
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
13157242 →
Wikidata
Q4373210 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Amirabad?+
The approach to Amirabad is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Bostaneh Lighthouse at 25 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Jazīreh-ye Qeys (25.4 NM SW), Kish Island (29.2 NM SW), Bandar Lengeh County Lighthouses (33.4 NM ESE), Forur) (34.3 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Amirabad?+
The Port of Amirabad is located within the Strait of Hormuz — the critical chokepoint for global oil transport from the Persian Gulf. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Amirabad?+
You can track vessels near Amirabad (IRBAM) 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 IRBAM on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Amirabad?+
The Port of Amirabad operates in the UTC+3:30 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 Amirabad?+
AMIRABAD (UN/Locode: IRBAM), Iran (Islamic Republic of) is a seaport located at approximately 36.85000° N, 53.37000° E.
Where is the Port of Amirabad located?+
Coordinates: 36.85000° N, 53.37000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:AMIRABAD — UN/Locode: IRAMP — 36.85500° N, 53.31966° ENEKA — UN/Locode: IRNKA — 36.83000° N, 53.27000° EFREIDOON KENAR — UN/Locode: IRFKR — 36.70000° N, 52.55000° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Amirabad?+
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 Amirabad?+
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 Amirabad?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo and Tanker.