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Port of Jizan

SAGIZ🇸🇦Saudi Arabia

Port Location

About Port of Jizan

Also known as: Jazan Seaport, Mina' Jazan, Mīnā’ Jāzān, ميناء جازان

Located on the Red Sea coast of Saudi Arabia, Jizan Port serves the agricultural region of Jazan Province. It handles bulk cargo, containers, general cargo, and tankers. Key vessel types include bulk carriers, container ships, and offshore support vessels.

Background
Jizan is a city and the capital of Jazan Province, which lies in the southwest corner of Saudi Arabia. Jizan is situated on the coast of the Red Sea and serves a large agricultural heartland that has a population of 173,919 as of 2022 and over 1.4 million, in the whole Jizan region. As the city is the capital of the region, it has a regional airport as well as the Jizan seaport. The area is noted for its high-quality production of fruits such as mangoes, figs, papayas, plums, and coffee.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

History

Operator (Wikidata ID)
Saudi Ports Authority

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
SAGIZ
Country
🇸🇦Saudi Arabia
Time Zone
UTC+3
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Red Sea
Body of Water
Red Sea
Latitude
16.9189°
Longitude
42.5573°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
12067329 →
Wikidata
Q27660 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Jizan?+
The approach to Jizan is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ghurāb Lighthouse at 2.4 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Jīzān Harbor Range Front (2.4 NM SSW), Jīzān Harbor Range Rear (2.4 NM SSW), South Mazarkiff (23.5 NM SSW), Jīzān Commercial Port Range Front (25.4 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Jizan on?+
The Port of Jizan is situated on the Red Sea in SA. 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 Jizan?+
You can track vessels near Jizan (SAGIZ) 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 SAGIZ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Jizan?+
The Port of Jizan 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 Jizan?+
JIZAN (UN/Locode: SAGIZ), Saudi Arabia is a seaport located at approximately 16.91887° N, 42.55726° E.
Where is the Port of Jizan located?+
Coordinates: 16.91887° N, 42.55726° E. Nearby terminals/ports:JAZAN ECONOMIC CITY — UN/Locode: SAJEC — 17.25599° N, 42.32889° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Jizan?+
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 Jizan?+
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 Jizan?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, General Cargo, Offshore, Ro Ro, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Jizan?+
Ship suppliers include Adamallys Marine.