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Port of Punto Fijo

VEPFI🇻🇪Venezuela

Port Location

About Port of Punto Fijo

Punto Fijo is a pier facility located on the southwestern coast of the Paraguaná Peninsula in Venezuela. It serves as a port for various vessel types, with compulsory pilotage and tug assistance.

Background
Punto Fijo is the capital city of the municipality of Carirubana in northern Falcón State, Venezuela. It is located on the southwestern coast of the Paraguaná Peninsula. Its metropolitan area includes the parishes of Norte, Carirubana, Punta Cardón and the parish of Judibana in the municipality of Los Taques. Punto Fijo is the largest city in Falcón State.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
U
Repair Code
U

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
12060 →
GeoNames ID
3631581 →
Wikidata
Q1020279 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
carirubana-falcon.gov.ve →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
VEPFI
Country
🇻🇪Venezuela
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
VE-I
Area
North Coast South America
Latitude
11.7045°
Longitude
-70.2225°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Punto Fijo?+
The approach to Punto Fijo is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Punta Fijo Lighthouse at 0.8 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Punta Macolla (23.5 NM N), Punta Adícora (28.5 NM ENE), Punta Taima-Taima (43 NM ESE), Falcón Lighthouses (44.5 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Punto Fijo on?+
The Port of Punto Fijo 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 Punto Fijo?+
You can track vessels near Punto Fijo (VEPFI) 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 VEPFI on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Punto Fijo?+
The Port of Punto Fijo 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.