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BDDAC Dhaka Port
Dhaka Port is the major seaport of Dhaka, in the city of Dhakain Bangladesh. Overseas routes include Southeast Asia, Port code is BDDAC.

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Port Code

BDDAC

Name

Dhaka

Country / Region

Bangladesh

City

Dhaka

Sea Routes

Southeast Asia

Type

Main Port

Latitude

23.7590000

Longitude

90.3804000

Est. Unit Price

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Dhaka Port (UN/LOCODE: BDDAC)

Dhaka Port, coded BDDAC, is a river port on the Buriganga River in Dhaka, Bangladesh. It is operated by the Government of Bangladesh and functions primarily as a domestic and regional inland-waterway hub rather than as a conventional ocean gateway. The port supports passenger and cargo movements between Dhaka and other districts, while ocean-bound container logistics generally require an onward connection through Bangladesh’s maritime gateway network. The supplied port record also identifies a container terminal opened in 2013 approximately 20 km from central Dhaka for handling ocean-linked cargo. Our service team treats BDDAC as a Dhaka-area river-port destination and confirms the actual terminal, barge or truck interface, customs process, and cargo release conditions before booking.

Port code	BDDAC	Country	Bangladesh
City	Dhaka	Coordinates	23.7590000, 90.3804000
Port type	River port	Primary waterway	Buriganga River

Key Highlights

River-port positioning: BDDAC is closely linked to Dhaka’s inland distribution system and should not be presented as a deep-sea port.
Ocean cargo is multimodal: export and import containers normally require a sea-port connection plus inland road, river or terminal handling.
Dense urban interface: truck access, vehicle restrictions, congestion and loading-window controls may affect the final delivery plan.
Broad domestic reach: river services connect Dhaka with multiple districts, subject to water levels, weather and operator schedules.
Shipment-specific planning: the correct discharge point, empty-container return location and customs jurisdiction must be confirmed before cargo dispatch.

Facilities & Services

River cargo handling

Buriganga-based cargo handling supports inland waterway movements for general cargo and locally distributed goods. Berth, draft and handling availability should be checked for each sailing or barge movement.

Container interface

The supplied port record identifies a container terminal approximately 20 km from Dhaka city. The operating terminal, equipment availability and acceptance rules must be reconfirmed before dispatch.

Road distribution

Dhaka-area delivery commonly depends on truck collection and final-mile distribution. Urban congestion, axle restrictions, bridge access and local delivery windows can affect planning.

Warehousing and consolidation

Dhaka is a major commercial and manufacturing center, making local warehousing, cargo consolidation and deconsolidation practical options when the shipment profile and customs status permit.

Inspection and release interface

Customs examination, documentation review and cargo release may take place through the applicable customs facility rather than at a single ocean terminal. Our team confirms the responsible location for each shipment.

Multimodal connection

River, road and ocean legs may be combined. Rail availability, where relevant to a particular routing, should be treated as shipment-specific and confirmed rather than assumed.

Routes & Transit Times

South and Southeast Asian sourcing: cargo may move by ocean to a Bangladesh maritime gateway and then continue to Dhaka by road, river or a combined inland solution. The selected sea port and transshipment plan depend on the carrier and booking.
Dhaka import delivery: the quoted routing should clearly separate ocean transit, port dwell, customs release, inland transfer and final delivery. These stages should not be represented as one guaranteed transit time.
Export cargo: factory pickup, container positioning, inland transfer and delivery to the nominated ocean gateway require coordinated cut-offs. Empty equipment availability can affect the planned sailing.
Variable conditions: river water levels, monsoon weather, congestion, public holidays, customs inspection and road restrictions may extend the total lead time. Our service team provides a shipment-specific estimate after carrier confirmation.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterland: Dhaka metropolitan area and surrounding industrial and commercial districts, with onward domestic distribution to other parts of Bangladesh.
Manufacturing base: the Dhaka region supports garment and textile supply chains, consumer goods, machinery, packaging materials and industrial inputs.
Common export profiles: apparel, textiles, footwear, household goods and other manufactured cargo may require careful consolidation, moisture protection and document matching.
Common import profiles: fabrics, yarn, accessories, chemicals subject to regulation, machinery, spare parts, electronics and general consumer cargo.
River suitability: bulk, project, general and containerized cargo may be considered for inland-waterway movement where the commodity, dimensions, draft and handling facilities are compatible.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: booking cut-off, empty release, cargo receiving, documentation cut-off and ocean-port gate-in deadlines are separate milestones. Our service team obtains the operative schedule in writing and builds buffer time for the inland leg.
Dangerous goods: provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, SDS and packing details before booking. Inland-waterway and terminal acceptance may impose additional restrictions; acceptance is subject to carrier and facility approval.
Customs documentation: commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, importer or exporter details, permits and commodity-specific documents must be consistent. HS classification and tax treatment should be checked with the Bangladesh customs process applicable to the shipment.
Inspection and delivery: do not dispatch cargo until the nominated inspection location, customs status, truck appointment, container seal and empty-return instructions are confirmed. Oversized cargo requires route, bridge, handling and equipment checks in advance.

Shipping Tips

State “Dhaka, Bangladesh” together with the exact nominated terminal or ocean gateway in the quotation and shipping instructions; avoid using BDDAC as a substitute for a confirmed seaport routing.
For FCL cargo, confirm container type, payload, empty pick-up point, seal procedure, inland transfer mode and final empty return location before the truck is dispatched.
For LCL cargo, verify the CFS receiving address, consolidation cut-off, cargo dimensions, package markings and whether customs examination could require unpacking or rehandling.
Use moisture-resistant packaging and secure stowage for river and monsoon-exposed movements. Photograph cargo condition, marks and seal numbers at handover.
Our service team can compare a Dhaka-area inland solution with delivery through an alternative Bangladesh ocean gateway when draft, cargo type, equipment or schedule risk makes the river-port route unsuitable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is BDDAC a deep-sea container port?

No. BDDAC is a river port on the Buriganga River. Ocean freight normally requires a separate maritime gateway and an inland connection to or from Dhaka. Our team confirms the actual port pair before issuing a final quotation.

Can an ocean container be delivered directly to Dhaka?

It may be possible through a nominated inland container or terminal arrangement, but the feasibility depends on carrier acceptance, equipment, customs procedures, road conditions and the applicable terminal. Direct delivery should not be assumed from the BDDAC code alone.

What information is needed for a reliable quote?

Provide origin, cargo description and HS code, package details, gross weight and volume, FCL or LCL status, dangerous-goods information, delivery address, preferred incoterm and required cargo-ready date.

What commonly causes delay?

Typical causes include incomplete customs documents, inspection, equipment shortages, urban traffic, river conditions, weather, public holidays and a mismatch between the nominated terminal and the booking instructions.

How should oversized or dangerous cargo be handled?

Send dimensions, weight distribution, lifting points, photos and technical documents before booking. For dangerous goods, provide the complete declaration and SDS; acceptance remains subject to the carrier, terminal and applicable Bangladesh regulations.

Data Sources & Provenance

Port code, name, country, city, coordinates and the supplied description of BDDAC were taken from the port record provided for this page. Operational statements are presented as planning guidance for a river-port and are subject to confirmation with the nominated carrier, terminal, customs office and inland operator. No fixed sailing frequency, transit time, tariff, draft, berth capacity or handling guarantee is implied.

Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority and inland-waterway reference: biwta.gov.bd
Bangladesh customs and tax administration reference: nbr.gov.bd
Bangladesh maritime-port reference for ocean-gateway comparison: cpa.gov.bd