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Port of Tunis

TNTUN🇹🇳Tunisia

Port Location

About Port of Tunis

Also known as: Tunis Ferry Port

Tunis is a medium-sized port on the Mediterranean Sea, serving the Tunisian capital. It handles bulk carriers, container ships, tankers, and passenger vessels. The port features various crane types and offers support for wharf loading and offloading.

Background
Tunis is the capital and largest city of Tunisia. The greater metropolitan area of Tunis, often referred to as "Grand Tunis", has about 2,700,000 inhabitants. As of 2020, it is the third-largest city in the Maghreb region and the eleventh-largest in the Arab world.

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
6.55m
Channel Depth
6ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
U
Repair Code
B

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
45430 →
GeoNames ID
9847584 →
Wikidata
Q3572 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.commune-tunis.gov.tn →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
TNTUN
Country
🇹🇳Tunisia
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Lake or canal
Shelter
Good

Region

Body of Water
Mediterranean Sea
Latitude
36.8000°
Longitude
10.2500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Tunis?+
The controlling depth at Tunis is 6.55 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Tunis?+
The approach to Tunis is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is La Goulette Lighthouse at 2.9 NM to the E. Other aids include Ra'S Qatarjamah (6.4 NM NE), Île Plane (23.2 NM N), Port Yasmine (29.4 NM SSE), Hammamet (29.8 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Tunis?+
The Port of Tunis is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. 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 Tunis?+
You can track vessels near Tunis (TNTUN) 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 TNTUN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Tunis?+
The Port of Tunis operates in the UTC+1 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 Tunis?+
TUNIS (UN/Locode: TNTUN), Tunisia is a seaport located at approximately 36.81000° N, 10.27000° E.
Where is the Port of Tunis located?+
Coordinates: 36.81000° N, 10.27000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:RADES — UN/Locode: TNRDS — 36.80648° N, 10.28727° ELA GOULETTE NORD (HALQUELOUED) — UN/Locode: TNLGN — 36.80000° N, 10.30000° EMENZEL BOURGUIBA — UN/Locode: TNMBA — 37.16100° N, 9.80950° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Tunis?+
Harbor type/size: Lake or Canal and Medium. Cranes: mobile cranes, fixed cranes and floating cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, Mediterranean mooring, good holding ground and turning area. Depths: channel depth 6.4m - 7.6m; anchorage depth 11m - 12.2m; cargo pier depth 4.9m - 6.1m and maximum draft approx. 6.55 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Tunis?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: apply and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Tunis?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: not available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Tunis?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Passenger, Ro Ro and Tanker.