CU Prefix and Three-Letter Location Code
The country prefix for Cuba is CU. It is followed by a three-character location identifier, such as CUMAR for Mariel or CUHAV for La Habana.
Seaports in Cuba: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Cuba has 45 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, supporting Caribbean trade through gateways on the north and south coasts.
Review Cuba port codes, principal cargo gateways, regional port clusters and indicative shipping lanes for 2026 planning.
Cuba Port Overview
Cuba's port network combines container, bulk, petroleum, agricultural and general-cargo facilities. Mariel and La Habana are important logistics gateways, while Cardenas, Vita and other regional ports support specialized and local cargo flows.
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Cuba ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
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National maritime cargo volume, 2025; comparable official YoY series not published
MOT / official public releases · 2025
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National container throughput in TEU, 2025; official consolidated figure not published
MOT / port authorities · 2025
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Commercial berth count, 2025; nationwide comparable figure not published
MOT / port authorities · 2025
How many seaports does Cuba have?
Cuba has 45 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its Nov 2026 database snapshot. This is an indexed-coverage count, not a claim that every facility has the same commercial or container role.
Which ports are central to Cuba's cargo network?
Mariel (CUMAR), La Habana (CUHAV), Cardenas (CUCAR) and Vita (CUVTA) are among the principal Cuba entries in the Ecer Freight sample, with roles varying by cargo, vessel size and service availability.
Which areas handle important Cuba cargo flows?
The Havana–Mariel area is a key western logistics cluster, while Cardenas and Matanzas support north-coast activity. Santiago De Cuba (CUSCU), Cienfuegos (CUCFG) and eastern facilities serve additional regional and specialized flows.
Top Ports in Cuba by Operational Importance
The following ports are selected from the highest-priority Cuba records in the Ecer Freight sample. Cuba does not publish a consistently comparable 2025 port-by-port TEU league table for all facilities, so global rank, throughput and YoY fields are shown as unavailable rather than estimated.
Selected Cuba cargo gateways; 2025 comparable public throughput data is not available for these records.
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Mariel | CUMAR | — | — | West |
| — | La Habana | CUHAV | — | — | West |
| — | Cardenas | CUCAR | — | — | North coast |
| — | Vita | CUVTA | — | — | East |
| — | Cienfuegos | CUCFG | — | — | South-central |
| — | Santiago De Cuba | CUSCU | — | — | East |
Cuba Port Regions and Cargo Roles
Port roles are indicative and subject to berth, draft, equipment, customs and carrier confirmation. The tables use only ports included in the Cuba database sample.
Western Cuba
The western cluster includes the Havana metropolitan gateway and the Mariel logistics area, with additional facilities serving local and specialized cargo.
Western Cuba port records
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariel | CUMAR | Mariel | Container, industrial and general cargo |
| La Habana | CUHAV | La Habana | General cargo, container and passenger-related flows |
| Bahia Honda | CUBAH | Bahia Honda | Regional and bulk cargo |
| Cabanas | CUCAB | Cabanas | Coastal and general cargo |
North-Central Cuba
North-coast facilities connect agricultural, industrial and regional cargo hinterlands with domestic and international services.
North-central Cuba port records
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardenas | CUCAR | Cardenas | General, agricultural and regional cargo |
| Matanzas | CUQMA | Matanzas | Bulk, industrial and energy-related cargo |
| Caibarien | CUCAI | Caibarien | Regional and agricultural cargo |
| Santa Clara | CUSNU | Santa Clara | Regional logistics support |
South-Central Cuba
South-central ports serve industrial, agricultural and inland-connected cargo flows around the central part of the island.
South-central Cuba port records
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cienfuegos | CUCFG | Cienfuegos | Industrial, bulk and general cargo |
| Jucaro | CUJUC | Jucaro | Agricultural and regional cargo |
| Santa Cruz Del Sur | CUSCS | Santa Cruz Del Sur | Coastal and agricultural cargo |
| Tunas De Zaza | CUTDZ | Tunas De Zaza | Regional and agricultural cargo |
Eastern Cuba
Eastern gateways support mining, agricultural, industrial and regional cargo flows, with service patterns varying by port and season.
Eastern Cuba port records
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vita | CUVTA | Rafael Freyre | Bulk, agricultural and general cargo |
| Santiago De Cuba | CUSCU | Santiago De Cuba | General, container and regional cargo |
| Moa | CUMOA | Moa | Mining and industrial cargo |
| Nuevitas | CUNUE | Nuevitas | Industrial, bulk and general cargo |
| Puerto Padre | CUPPA | Puerto Padre | Agricultural and regional cargo |
| Manzanillo Cu | CUMZO | Manzanillo Cu | General and agricultural cargo |
Cuba Port Codes and UN/LOCODEs
UN/LOCODEs provide a standardized reference for transport documents, booking systems and customs workflows. A code should be checked against the actual terminal and service routing before shipment release.
City-Level and Terminal-Level References
A UN/LOCODE may identify a port location, city or transport facility rather than every individual berth. The operational terminal, cargo type and carrier booking reference should therefore be confirmed separately.
How to Verify a Cuba Port Code
Compare the code with the UNECE reference and the Ecer Freight port directory. Confirm the named location, terminal handling capability and current carrier acceptance before documentation.
Shipping from Cuba: Main Trade Lanes
Indicative routing depends on vessel schedules, transshipment arrangements, sanctions and compliance review, equipment availability, port conditions and cargo characteristics. Transit times require carrier confirmation.
Cuba to the Caribbean
Regional services may connect Cuba with Caribbean hubs and nearby island markets, often using direct or transshipment options.
Cuba to Central America
Central American routing commonly depends on transshipment and the selected carrier network, with documentation reviewed before booking.
Cuba to Europe
Europe-bound cargo generally uses scheduled services and may require a Mediterranean or Atlantic transshipment hub.
Cuba to Asia
Asia services are generally long-haul and transshipment-dependent, with routing selected according to equipment and compliance requirements.
Data Methodology and Sources
Indexed coverage, port naming and code presentation follow the Ecer Freight database snapshot. Public statistics are separated from first-party coverage and are not inferred where a reliable comparable series is unavailable.
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party directory containing 45 Cuba port and terminal records in the Nov 2026 snapshot.
- United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) — UN/LOCODE structure and location-code reference.
- National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) — navigational and maritime reference material used for location cross-checking.
- National Office of Statistics and Information of Cuba — official statistical context where publicly available.
- Spanish Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility — external maritime and port-statistics context used only where applicable and comparable.
Cuba Seaport FAQ
How many seaports does Cuba have?
Cuba has 45 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the Nov 2026 database snapshot. The figure represents indexed coverage and does not imply identical cargo capabilities.
Which is the largest or busiest port in Cuba?
Mariel and La Habana are generally treated as major western gateways, while Cardenas, Cienfuegos and Santiago De Cuba also have important regional or specialized roles. A complete, comparable 2025 national TEU ranking is not publicly available for all Cuba facilities.
What is the UN/LOCODE prefix for Cuba?
Cuba uses the CU country prefix. Examples in the Ecer Freight sample include CUMAR for Mariel and CUHAV for La Habana.
Which regions are important for Cuba sea freight?
Western Cuba, especially the Mariel–Havana area, is a key logistics cluster. North-central, south-central and eastern ports support additional industrial, agricultural, bulk and regional cargo flows.
How current is the Cuba port data?
The first-party indexed count is based on the Nov 2026 snapshot. The page is reviewed quarterly, while public throughput and port-capacity figures remain subject to the publication schedules of the relevant authorities.
Can Ecer Freight provide a Cuba sea-freight quotation?
FCL and LCL quotation requests can be submitted through the relevant rate-search pages. Final pricing depends on origin, destination, cargo details, equipment, routing, compliance review and carrier confirmation.
Editorial note: Cuba port codes and indexed coverage are maintained from the Ecer Freight database and reviewed quarterly. Public maritime statistics are cited by source and year where available; where no reliable comparable 2025 figure was identified, the page does not estimate throughput, YoY change or berth totals.
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