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Port of Jost Van Dyke

VGJVD🇻🇬Virgin Islands (British)

Port Location

About Port of Jost Van Dyke

This harbor serves the island of Jost Van Dyke in the British Virgin Islands. It primarily handles passenger vessels.

Background
Jost Van Dyke is the smallest of the four main islands of the British Virgin Islands (BVI), measuring roughly 8 square kilometres. It rests in the northern portion of the archipelago of the Virgin Islands, located in the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea. Jost Van Dyke lies about 8 km (5 mi) to the northwest of Tortola and 8 km (5 mi) to the north of Saint John, U.S. Virgin Islands. Little Jost Van Dyke lies off its eastern end.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
121m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
3577614 →
Wikidata
Q1330151 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
VGJVD
Country
🇻🇬Virgin Islands (British)
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
18.4416°
Longitude
-64.7500°

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Jost Van Dyke?+
The approach to Jost Van Dyke is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Buck Island Lighthouse at 12.7 NM to the SW. Other aids include Hams Bluff (41 NM S), Fort Louise Augusta (41.3 NM S), Cabo San Juan (49.6 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Jost Van Dyke on?+
The Port of Jost Van Dyke is situated on the Caribbean Sea in VG. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Jost Van Dyke?+
You can track vessels near Jost Van Dyke (VGJVD) 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 VGJVD on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Jost Van Dyke?+
The Port of Jost Van Dyke 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.
What is the Port of Jost Van Dyke?+
JOST VAN DYKE (UN/Locode: VGJVD), Virgin Islands (British) is a seaport located at approximately 18.44164° N, -64.75000° E.
Where is the Port of Jost Van Dyke located?+
Coordinates: 18.44164° N, -64.75000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:CRUZ BAY — UN/Locode: VICZB — 18.33289° N, -64.79600° EROAD TOWN — UN/Locode: VGRAD — 18.41999° N, -64.61544° ENORMAN ISLAND — UN/Locode: VGNIS — 18.31761° N, -64.61513° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Jost Van Dyke?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Jost Van Dyke?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Jost Van Dyke?+
Vessel types historically calling: Passenger.