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AEFUJ Fujairah Port
Fujairah Port is the major seaport of Fujairah, in the city of Fujairahin The united arab emirates. Overseas routes include Middle East, Port code is AEFUJ.

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Port Code

AEFUJ

Name

Fujairah

Country / Region

The united arab emirates

City

Fujairah

Sea Routes

Middle East

Type

Main Port

Latitude

25.1612150

Longitude

56.3658300

Est. Unit Price

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Port Overview

Fujairah Port, UN/LOCODE AEFUJ, is a multipurpose seaport on the eastern coastline of the United Arab Emirates. Located outside the Arabian Gulf and approximately 70 nautical miles from the Strait of Hormuz, it provides a practical gateway for cargo moving between the Indian subcontinent, East Africa, the Gulf region and worldwide services. The port handles containerised, general, dry-bulk, tanker and cruise-related activity. Its tanker anchorage, bunkering and marine-service role is particularly important, while container cargo normally requires careful coordination between the shipping line, terminal, customs and inland transport providers. Our service team uses the confirmed booking, cargo profile and final delivery location to determine the most suitable routing and operating plan.

Port code	AEFUJ; the supplied reference also lists AEFJR
Location	Fujairah, The United Arab Emirates; approximately 25.161215, 56.365830
Port profile	Eastern-coast multipurpose seaport, tanker and bunkering hub
Supplied vessel parameters	Maximum recorded length 340 m; maximum draught 17.8 m; maximum deadweight 323,183 t

Key Highlights

Strategic eastern-Gulf positionDirect access to the Gulf of Oman and proximity to the Strait of Hormuz support regional redistribution and marine services.

Multipurpose cargo capabilitySuitable planning is available for containers, general cargo, dry bulk, tankers and project-related movements.

Strong tanker orientationThe supplied port data indicates that about half of regular calling vessels are tankers; liquid-cargo compliance requires early review.

Large anchorage functionAnchorage waiting, bunkering and ship-to-ship activity may influence berth planning, documentation and marine-operation coordination.

Inland delivery is location-sensitiveFinal costs and timing depend on the consignee’s location, road permits, equipment availability and border or customs arrangements.

Facilities & Services

Container handling: Containerised cargo can be arranged through the applicable terminal and carrier service, subject to confirmed equipment, yard and vessel acceptance.
General and dry bulk: Breakbulk, heavy pieces, bulk commodities and project cargo require advance checks for lifting method, stowage, dimensions and berth compatibility.
Tanker and liquid-cargo operations: Cargo classification, safety documentation, nominated terminal requirements and marine-operation approvals should be reviewed before booking.
Anchorage and marine services: The port is used for bunkering, vessel servicing, tanker waiting and STS-related operations; availability and maximum permitted stay must be confirmed case by case.
Inland connection: Road haulage is normally the principal practical option for local and regional delivery. Our team verifies truck type, chassis, escort, access restrictions and delivery-slot requirements.
Inspection and storage planning: Customs inspection, temporary holding, empty-container return and terminal storage arrangements depend on the cargo, carrier and nominated facility.

Routes & Transit Times

Indian subcontinent: Fujairah can be considered for cargo linked with India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and neighbouring markets, with routing determined by the carrier’s current network and transshipment plan.
East Africa: Regional cargo may connect through Arabian Sea services or transshipment hubs. Port rotation, vessel availability and documentation readiness materially affect the final schedule.
Gulf distribution: Cargo for UAE and nearby Gulf destinations may require local customs handling and road delivery; the optimal gateway depends on the consignee, cargo type and final clearance point.
Schedule variables: Weather, anchorage congestion, terminal cut-off, vessel omission, transshipment connection, customs inspection and inland truck availability can extend the quoted transit window.

Our service team provides a carrier-specific schedule only after confirming origin, destination, cargo nature, container type, required delivery point and customs arrangement. Published transit times are indicative and must be reconfirmed at booking.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary service area: Fujairah and the wider UAE market, with onward road distribution to other emirates and selected Gulf destinations subject to customs and transport arrangements.
Regional trade links: The port’s position supports cargo flows associated with the Indian subcontinent, East Africa, the Gulf and international marine supply chains.
Typical cargo groups: Containers, machinery, vehicles and equipment, steel and other breakbulk, dry bulk commodities, petroleum-related and other liquid cargoes, subject to terminal acceptance.
Project and heavy cargo: Oversized or high-weight shipments require drawings, packed dimensions, centre-of-gravity information, lifting points and a route survey before equipment is committed.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Carrier closing time, VGM submission, shipping instructions, customs release and terminal receiving windows are separate milestones. Our team checks each cut-off against the actual vessel and terminal confirmation rather than relying on a generic schedule.
Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, SDS and container packing details before booking. Acceptance, segregation and declaration requirements must be confirmed in advance.
Customs and inspection: Commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, permits and consignee details should be consistent across all documents. A customs or terminal inspection may affect release timing and storage exposure.
Inland delivery: Verify road access, delivery appointment, truck and chassis availability, cargo insurance, escort or lifting requirements and any permit needs for abnormal dimensions or hazardous cargo.

Shipping Tips

Send the booking request early with commodity, HS code, dimensions, gross weight, container requirement, DG status and final delivery address so our team can screen terminal and carrier restrictions.
For bulk, tanker, project or oversized cargo, provide technical cargo sheets and loading or discharge assumptions before rate comparison; a standard container quotation may not cover the required operation.
Keep the commercial set, packing details, VGM, certificate of origin and customs instructions aligned. Differences in weight, package count or consignee information are common causes of document holds.
Ask our service team to compare Fujairah with other UAE gateway options when the final destination, cargo sensitivity, vessel schedule or inland haulage makes routing through a different gateway more practical.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fujairah mainly a container port?

No. Fujairah is a multipurpose seaport with container, general cargo, dry-bulk and tanker activity. Our team selects the operating route according to cargo characteristics, terminal acceptance and final delivery requirements.

Can Fujairah handle tanker or liquid cargo?

The port has a significant tanker and marine-service role. However, cargo classification, terminal nomination, safety documentation, ship compatibility and regulatory approvals must be confirmed before any firm operational commitment.

What usually causes delay at Fujairah?

Typical causes include late vessel or terminal cut-off, incomplete DG documentation, customs inspection, anchorage or berth changes, transshipment connection changes and lack of suitable inland equipment. Early document and equipment planning reduces avoidable delay.

Does the quoted transit time include inland delivery?

Not automatically. Ocean transit, port handling, customs clearance and road delivery are separate stages. Our quotation identifies the scope and confirms the inland leg against the consignee address and cargo restrictions.

What information is required for oversized cargo?

Provide packed length, width, height, gross weight, centre of gravity, lifting points, photographs or drawings, cargo value and delivery address. Our team then checks equipment, route access, permits and handling feasibility.

Data Sources & Provenance

Port code, name, location, cargo profile and vessel parameters in this module are based primarily on the supplied AEFUJ port master data. Operational descriptions are professional planning guidance and remain subject to the carrier, terminal, customs authority, port operator and inland provider’s latest confirmation.

Official reference domain	fujairahport.ae
Verification boundary	Official port information should be used to reconfirm current facilities, vessel acceptance, marine services and operational notices. Sailing schedules, cut-offs, storage, inspection and inland conditions are time-sensitive.
Data handling note	Figures such as approximately 19.9 million tonnes annual cargo, approximately 70 nautical miles from the Strait of Hormuz, maximum recorded vessel length of 340 m, maximum draught of 17.8 m and maximum deadweight of 323,183 t are reproduced from the supplied port data and are not presented as a live operating guarantee.