Port of Koror

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About Port of Koror

Also known as: Koror Hafen, Koror Harbor

Koror serves as Palau's primary commercial port, handling container, general cargo, offshore, passenger, Ro-Ro, and tanker vessels. This anchorage is situated on several islands, including Koror Island, and is the nation's most populous state.

Background
Koror is the state comprising the main commercial centre of the Republic of Palau. It consists of several islands, the most prominent being Koror Island. It is Palau's most populous state; more people live in Koror than in the rest of Palau.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
56660 →
GeoNames ID
1559415 →
Wikidata
Q189426 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
PWROR
Country
🇵🇼Palau
Time Zone
UTC+9
Feature Type
ANCH (Anchorage)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
Indonesia
Latitude
7.3488°
Longitude
134.4808°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Koror is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Malakal Pass Lighthouse at 4.1 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Angaur (33.6 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Koror on?

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The Port of Koror is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in PW. The area falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Koror?

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You can track vessels near Koror (PWROR) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Koror?

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The Port of Koror is a port in PW. Its UN/LOCODE is PWROR — 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 PWROR mean?

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The first two characters, PW, are the ISO country code for PW. 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 Koror?

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The Port of Koror operates in the UTC+9 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 Koror?

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KOROR (UN/Locode: PWROR), Palau is a seaport located at approximately 7.34885° N, 134.48080° E.

Where is the Port of Koror located?

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Coordinates: 7.34885° N, 134.48080° E.

What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Koror?

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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 Koror?

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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 Koror?

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Vessel types historically calling: Container, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Ro Ro, Tanker and Unspecified.