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BJCOO Cotonou Port
Cotonou Port is the seaport of Cotonou, in the city of Cotonouin Benin. Overseas routes include Africa, Port code is BJCOO.

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Port Code

BJCOO

Name

Cotonou

Country / Region

Benin

City

Cotonou

Sea Routes

Africa

Type

Latitude

6.3440000

Longitude

2.4280000

Est. Unit Price

$240/m³ Book Now

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Cotonou Port (BJCOO) Overview

Cotonou is Benin’s principal seaport and a Gulf of Guinea commercial port serving Benin as well as regional landlocked markets, particularly Niger and Burkina Faso. Its position makes it relevant for containerized cargo, Ro-Ro movements, general cargo and project-related shipments moving through West African road corridors. The supplied port record describes a commercial quay with four 155 m berths, two 180 m berths, one 220 m container-vessel berth and one Ro-Ro berth. Our service team treats these figures as reference data and confirms berth, draft, cargo acceptance and inland delivery conditions against the nominated carrier and terminal before booking.

UN/LOCODE	BJCOO
Location	Cotonou, Benin; Gulf of Guinea
Coordinates	2.4280000° E, 6.3440000° N
Port profile	Seaport handling containers, Ro-Ro and general cargo

Key Logistics Highlights

Regional gatewayOur team can evaluate Cotonou for Benin cargo and selected transit moves toward Niger, Burkina Faso and nearby West African markets.

Multi-cargo capabilityThe supplied data identifies container, Ro-Ro and other commercial cargo handling, supporting mixed shipment planning.

Road-led hinterlandFor inland destinations, border procedures, road capacity, security planning and consignee readiness are central to the delivery schedule.

Draft and vessel screeningThe reference record states a maximum recorded draft of 13.5 m and vessel length of 334 m; actual acceptance remains vessel- and terminal-dependent.

Facilities & Services

Commercial berths: The supplied port description lists four 155 m berths, two 180 m berths, one 220 m berth for container vessels and one Ro-Ro berth.
Container operations: Containerized imports and exports can be planned through the nominated ocean carrier and terminal process; equipment, reefer plugs, empty release and cut-off must be confirmed per booking.
Ro-Ro and general cargo: Vehicle, machinery and other rolling or breakbulk cargo require advance review of dimensions, lashing points, self-propelled status and handling instructions.
Storage and depot capacity: The reference record reports approximately 57,000 m² of warehouses and a 65,000 m² container depot. Availability, free time and tariff application must be checked before cargo arrival.
Inland distribution: Our service team coordinates road delivery, transit documentation and border planning according to the final destination and carrier release conditions.

Routes & Transit-Time Planning

Ocean routing: China–West Africa and other Asia–Africa shipments are normally arranged through the carrier’s confirmed network, which may involve transshipment. We do not assume a direct service, fixed frequency or fixed transit time without a current sailing confirmation.
Regional routing: Cargo for Niger, Burkina Faso and other inland markets generally requires a coordinated port-to-border or port-to-door road plan. Border queues, convoy/security requirements and customs transit can materially affect delivery.
Schedule controls: Port congestion, equipment imbalance, weather in the Gulf of Guinea, transshipment connection changes, customs inspection and consignee clearance readiness may extend the quoted schedule.
Planning method: Our team quotes a planning window only after checking vessel schedule, transshipment point, cargo readiness, documentation status and final inland address.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Core marketBenin’s domestic import and export flows are the primary base, with the port also positioned for regional transit cargo.

Landlocked destinationsThe supplied port record specifically identifies Niger and Burkina Faso, while regional logistics planning may also involve nearby West African markets subject to route and border conditions.

Export cargoThe reference data identifies cotton and kapok as principal exports. Packaging, moisture control and agricultural documentation should be reviewed shipment by shipment.

Import cargoGypsum and cereals are identified as main imports, alongside containerized consumer, industrial and project cargo handled under the applicable customs regime.

Special handlingFood, agricultural products, machinery, vehicles, oversized units and regulated goods require commodity-specific permits, packing and inspection checks.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-offs: Shipping instructions, verified gross mass, export customs status, dangerous-goods documents and terminal delivery cut-offs vary by carrier and sailing. Our team confirms the booking-specific deadlines rather than applying a generic port cut-off.
Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, SDS and container packing declaration before acceptance review. Carrier and terminal approval is required.
Customs and inspection: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, permits and origin documents must match the cargo. Customs examination, scanning, seal discrepancies or document corrections can create storage and inland delays.
Inland delivery: For Niger, Burkina Faso or other cross-border destinations, confirm consignee import capability, transit bond requirements, border crossing, truck type, road restrictions and security arrangements before dispatch.

Shipping Tips from Our Service Team

Send cargo readiness date, HS code, dimensions, gross weight, commodity description and final delivery address at quotation stage so we can screen routing and inland feasibility.
For machinery, vehicles or project cargo, provide drawings, center of gravity, lifting points, photographs and securing requirements before the carrier confirms acceptance.
Use moisture-resistant export packing for cotton, kapok, cereals, gypsum and other cargo sensitive to humidity or contamination; verify container suitability and desiccant requirements.
Keep a schedule buffer for transshipment and border operations. Our team can compare alternative routings or port options when the nominated sailing, equipment or inland corridor is unsuitable, subject to current carrier confirmation.

Cotonou Port FAQs

Can Cotonou handle both containers and Ro-Ro cargo?: Yes. The supplied port record identifies container operations and a Ro-Ro berth. Final acceptance depends on the carrier, terminal, cargo dimensions, vehicle condition and current operating instructions.
Is Cotonou suitable for cargo bound for Niger or Burkina Faso?: It can serve as a regional gateway, but the feasibility of each shipment depends on the selected road corridor, customs transit, border conditions, truck availability and consignee import arrangements. Our team checks these items before quoting door delivery.
What documents should be prepared before booking?: At minimum, prepare accurate cargo description, HS code, commercial invoice, packing list, shipper and consignee details, export requirements and any commodity-specific permits. Dangerous goods and oversized cargo need additional pre-approval documents.
Can a fixed transit time be guaranteed?: No. Transit depends on the confirmed vessel connection, transshipment, port handling, customs and inland corridor. We provide a current planning window and update it when the carrier or inland provider confirms the operational milestones.
What information is needed for a reliable quotation?: Provide origin, destination, FCL or LCL status, container type, package count, dimensions, gross weight, commodity, cargo readiness date, Incoterms and whether customs clearance or cross-border delivery is required.

Data Sources & Provenance

Port code, port name, country, city, coordinates, berth description, warehouse and depot figures, cargo profile, vessel-call figures, recorded vessel dimensions, draft and deadweight are reproduced or qualified from the supplied BJCOO port master record. These operational figures should be revalidated with the nominated carrier, terminal and local agent before cargo commitment.

The UN/LOCODE reference framework can be cross-checked through unece.org. This domain is provided for code-reference context only; it is not used as evidence for current berth availability, tariffs, schedules, customs status or inland transit performance.

Schedule, cut-off, equipment, storage, inspection, dangerous-goods acceptance, customs and cross-border delivery conditions are time-sensitive. Our service team confirms these items against current booking and shipment-specific instructions.