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Port of La Guaira

VELAG🇻🇪Venezuela

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About Port of La Guaira

Also known as: La Guaira

La Guaira is Venezuela's principal port, established in 1577. It serves as the primary maritime gateway for the capital city of Caracas, facilitating the import and export of goods.

Background
La Guaira is the capital city of the eponymous state of Venezuela and the country's main port, founded in 1577 as an outlet for nearby Caracas.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Terminals
1

History

Established
1589

Terminals

TERMINAL ESPECIALIZADA DE CONTENEDORES (TEC)

PUERTOS DEL LITORAL CENTRAL SA

teclaguaira.com →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
VELAG
Country
🇻🇪Venezuela
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
North Coast South America
Latitude
10.6035°
Longitude
-66.9455°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11525740 →
Wikidata
Q873405 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
vargas-vargas.gov.ve →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of La Guaira?

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The approach to La Guaira is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is La Rada Lighthouse at 0.1 NM to the SE. Other aids include Catia La Mar (0.5 NM W), La Guaira (0.8 NM S), Caraballeda (5.9 NM ENE), Marina de Caraballeda Outer Breakwater (5.9 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of La Guaira on?

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The Port of La Guaira is situated on the Caribbean Sea in VE. 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 La Guaira?

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You can track vessels near La Guaira (VELAG) 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 VELAG on the live map.

Where is the Port of La Guaira?

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The Port of La Guaira is a port in VE. Its UN/LOCODE is VELAG — 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 VELAG mean?

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The first two characters, VE, are the ISO country code for VE. 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 La Guaira?

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The Port of La Guaira operates in the UTC-4 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.