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Port of Paracotos

VEPCT🇻🇪Venezuela

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About Port of Paracotos

Paracotos is a Venezuelan port located on the coast of Vargas state. It serves as a cargo handling facility, though specific cargo types and vessel operations are not detailed.

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Classification

Type
Port

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Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
VEPCT
Country
🇻🇪Venezuela
Time Zone
UTC-4

Region

Subdivision
VE-L
Latitude
10.2667°
Longitude
-66.9500°
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Paracotos is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is La Guaira Lighthouse at 19.4 NM to the N. Other aids include La Rada (20.1 NM N), Catia La Mar (20.2 NM N), Caraballeda (22.3 NM NNE), Marina de Caraballeda Inner Breakwater (22.3 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Paracotos on?

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The Port of Paracotos 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 Paracotos?

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You can track vessels near Paracotos (VEPCT) 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 VEPCT on the live map.

Where is the Port of Paracotos?

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The Port of Paracotos is a port in VE. Its UN/LOCODE is VEPCT — 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 VEPCT 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 Paracotos?

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The Port of Paracotos 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.