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Port of Saint Thomas

VISTT🇻🇮Virgin Islands (U.S.)

Port Location

About Port of Saint Thomas

This pier facility in the U.S. Virgin Islands handles diverse cargo including containers, gas, and general cargo. It accommodates various vessel types such as tankers, passenger ships, and Ro-Ro vessels.

Background
Saint Thomas is one of the U.S. Virgin Islands in the Caribbean Sea, and a constituent district of the United States Virgin Islands (USVI), an unincorporated territory of the United States. Along with surrounding minor islands, it is one of three county equivalents in the USVI. Together with Saint John, it forms one of the districts of the USVI. The territorial capital and port of Charlotte Amalie is located on the island.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Elevation
6m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
S
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
11310 →
GeoNames ID
12032422 →
Wikidata
Q463937 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
VISTT
Country
🇻🇮Virgin Islands (U.S.)
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
18.3322°
Longitude
-64.9396°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Saint Thomas?+
The approach to Saint Thomas is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Buck Island Lighthouse at 4.2 NM to the SE. Other aids include Hams Bluff (34 NM S), Fort Louise Augusta (37.4 NM SSE), Cabo San Juan (38.8 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Saint Thomas on?+
The Port of Saint Thomas is situated on the Caribbean Sea in VI. 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 Saint Thomas?+
You can track vessels near Saint Thomas (VISTT) 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 VISTT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Saint Thomas?+
The Port of Saint Thomas 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 Saint Thomas?+
ST THOMAS (UN/Locode: VISTT), Virgin Islands (U.S.) is a seaport located at approximately 18.33223° N, -64.93964° E.
Where is the Port of Saint Thomas located?+
Coordinates: 18.33223° N, -64.93964° E. Nearby terminals/ports:CHARLOTTE AMALIE, SAINT THOMAS — UN/Locode: VICHA — 18.33000° N, -64.95000° ECRUZ BAY — UN/Locode: VICZB — 18.33289° N, -64.79600° EJOST VAN DYKE — UN/Locode: VGJVD — 18.44164° N, -64.75000° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Saint Thomas?+
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 Saint Thomas?+
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 Saint Thomas?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bunkering, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Passenger, Ro Ro and Tanker.