Port of Dili

TLDIL🇹🇱Timor-Leste

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About Port of Dili

This port serves as a key maritime gateway for Dili, Timor-Leste. It handles domestic passenger traffic and cruise ships. Previously the nation's sole international port, its container operations have since relocated.

Background
The Port of Dili is a seaport in Dili, Timor-Leste. Prior to 30 September 2022, it was the main and only international port of entry to Timor-Leste. On that day, its container operations were transferred to the Tibar Bay Port. Since then, the Port of Dili's facilities have been open only to domestic passenger ships and cruise ships carrying international tourists.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Tidal Range
5ft
Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
U
Terminals
1

History

Operator (Wikidata ID)
Constitutional Government of East Timor

Terminals

TIBAR BAY CONTAINER TERMINAL

TIMOR PORT SA

Av. 30 de Agosto, No. 68, Bairro Dos Grilhos, Gricenfor, Nain Feto, Dili, Timor-Leste

www.timorport.com →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
TLDIL
Country
🇹🇱Timor-Leste
Time Zone
UTC+9
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
TL-DI
Area
Indonesia
Sub-area
Timor Sea
Latitude
-8.5440°
Longitude
125.5763°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
51440 →
GeoNames ID
11593943 →
Wikidata
Q77318660 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Dili is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Dili Lighthouse at 0.5 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Tanjung Laisumbu (29.3 NM WNW), Pulau Liran (30.7 NM NNE), Tanjung Manomani (36.9 NM NW), Tanjung Babi (43.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Dili on?

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The Port of Dili is situated on the Indian Ocean in TL. 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 Dili?

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You can track vessels near Dili (TLDIL) 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 Dili?

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The Port of Dili is a port in TL. Its UN/LOCODE is TLDIL — 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 TLDIL mean?

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The first two characters, TL, are the ISO country code for TL. 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 Dili?

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The Port of Dili 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.