CYPFO Port Code Lookup
Total 1 ports of CYPFO
Paphos Port is the seaport of Paphos, in the city of Paphosin Cyprus. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is CYPFO.
Port Overview
Paphos Port, identified by UN/LOCODE CYPFO, is located in Paphos on the western coast of Cyprus at the recorded latitude of 34.7666667. It is a regional seaport serving the Paphos area rather than a primary container gateway for the island. Its practical logistics role is more closely associated with local maritime services, tourism-related activity, project or breakbulk movements, and selected commercial cargo subject to terminal and carrier acceptance. For containerized imports and exports, our service team will first verify whether CYPFO is operationally suitable for the cargo, then compare available feeder, transshipment, or alternative Cyprus gateway routings. Port access, cargo handling, customs arrangements, and sailing schedules must be confirmed shipment by shipment.
| UN/LOCODE | CYPFO | Country / Area | Cyprus / East Mediterranean–Black Sea region |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port / City | PAPHOS / Paphos | Recorded latitude | 34.7666667 |
| Port profile | Regional seaport | Planning principle | Confirm cargo acceptance and routing before booking |
Key Highlights
- CYPFO should not be treated as a guaranteed mainline container gateway; our team verifies the actual carrier, terminal and routing options before quotation.
- For Paphos-area consignees, a local-port option may reduce inland distance, but a different Cyprus gateway can be more practical when equipment, sailing frequency or handling capability is limited.
- Commercial cargo, oversized units, dangerous goods and non-standard packages require pre-approval rather than ordinary port booking.
- Schedules and cut-offs can be more sensitive to feeder connections, transshipment windows, weather and local handling arrangements than to the ocean leg alone.
Facilities & Services
- Marine and port handling: Berthing, cargo acceptance and handling depend on the port's current operating arrangements and the vessel or cargo profile; our team confirms availability before execution.
- Container cargo: Do not assume regular empty-container release, laden-container reception, reefer plugging or container-stuffing services at CYPFO. These points must be checked with the nominated carrier or local agent.
- Breakbulk and project cargo: Dimensions, lifting method, gross weight, lashing points and berth restrictions should be submitted during the quotation stage.
- Warehousing and storage: Temporary storage, bonded handling and inspection arrangements are subject to the selected terminal, customs status and local warehouse capacity.
- Road collection and delivery: Cyprus inland moves are road-based. Our service team coordinates vehicle type, delivery access, unloading equipment, appointment requirements and any restricted-area limitations.
Routes & Transit Times
- Typical routing logic: Shipments may require a regional feeder or transshipment connection through another Mediterranean hub, depending on the carrier's current network and equipment plan.
- Origin-side planning: For China-origin LCL, the platform has recorded a Shenzhen-origin reference quote showing USD 210 per CBM and “42 days after sailing”; this is a time-specific quotation reference, not a guaranteed transit time or current tariff.
- Carrier indication: The same platform quote listed COSCO/YML/HMM as possible carrier options. Final carrier, routing, transshipment port and sailing date must be reconfirmed before booking.
- Time variables: Actual lead time is affected by consolidation cut-off, export customs release, feeder connection, transshipment dwell, port acceptance, customs inspection, weather and final-mile delivery appointment.
Hinterland & Key Cargo
- Primary hinterland: Paphos city and the surrounding western Cyprus service area, with onward road distribution arranged according to the consignee's location and delivery conditions.
- Tourism-related supply chains: Hotel, resort, restaurant, retail fit-out and maintenance supplies can create seasonal or project-based demand, often requiring delivery appointments and careful packaging.
- Commercial and construction cargo: Building materials, furnishings, equipment, spare parts and other project cargo may be suitable, subject to handling, weight and access confirmation.
- Consumer and general cargo: LCL cartons and palletized goods can be considered when the carrier and local handling agent accept the shipment profile; carton dimensions and stackability should be declared accurately.
Operations & Compliance
- Cut-offs: Booking, documentation, cargo receiving and customs cut-offs are controlled by the actual carrier, consolidator and terminal. Our team obtains written cut-off instructions instead of relying on a generic port timetable.
- Dangerous goods: Provide the UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, SDS and dangerous-goods declaration before booking. Acceptance, quantity limits and equipment requirements must be approved in advance.
- Customs documentation: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document instructions, importer details, origin information and any required permits should be consistent across all documents. Customs treatment depends on the cargo and applicable Cyprus/EU rules.
- Inspection and delivery: Customs inspection, document queries, port storage, demurrage or re-delivery risk can arise if cargo details are incomplete or the consignee is unavailable. Our team confirms release status and delivery appointments before dispatch.
Shipping Tips
- Send the full cargo profile at quotation stage: commodity, HS code, packages, dimensions, gross weight, volume, stackability, value and whether the shipment is DG, reefer, oversized or fragile.
- For LCL, use export-grade cartons or pallets with moisture protection and clear package marks. The shipping marks, piece count and measured volume should match the final cargo received.
- Ask our service team to compare CYPFO with alternative Cyprus gateway routings where the local port has limited carrier acceptance, uncertain equipment availability or a less suitable transshipment plan.
- Reserve time for origin consolidation and customs review. Do not arrange final delivery solely from an indicative sailing date; wait for confirmed vessel, release and delivery instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can CYPFO be used for every standard container shipment?
- No. Container acceptance, equipment supply, terminal receiving and carrier routing must be confirmed for the specific voyage. Our team checks CYPFO first and recommends an alternative Cyprus gateway when operationally more reliable.
- Is the platform's 42-day LCL reference a guaranteed transit time?
- No. It is a quotation snapshot for Shenzhen-origin LCL showing “42 days after sailing.” Consolidation, transshipment, customs and delivery conditions can change the final lead time, so the current schedule must be reconfirmed.
- What information is required for an accurate Paphos quotation?
- Provide origin, destination, commodity, HS code, package count, dimensions, gross weight, volume, cargo value, delivery address, DG status and any lifting or appointment requirements.
- How should dangerous goods be booked?
- Send the SDS and complete DG particulars before booking. The carrier, consolidator and local handling parties must approve the cargo, packaging and routing in writing.
- When should an alternative port be considered?
- Consider it when CYPFO cannot confirm the required equipment, sailing connection, cargo handling, DG acceptance or delivery arrangement. Our service team compares total door-to-door cost and operational risk, not only the ocean freight.
Data Sources & Provenance
The port code, name, country, city, recorded latitude and platform quotation reference in this module are based on the supplied CYPFO port record and quotation snapshot. Operational statements are planning guidance and require confirmation with the nominated carrier, terminal, customs authority and local delivery agent.
- Cyprus Ports Authority: cpa.gov.cy
- Cyprus Customs and Excise Department: mof.gov.cy
- Statistical Service of Cyprus: cystat.gov.cy