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HTCAP Cap Haitien Port
Cap Haitien Port is the seaport of Cap haitien, in the city of Cap haitienin Haiti. Overseas routes include Central and South America, Port code is HTCAP.

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Port Code

HTCAP

Name

Cap Haitien

Country / Region

Haiti

City

Cap haitien

Sea Routes

Central and South America

Type

Latitude

19.7544833

Longitude

-72.1970368

Est. Unit Price

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HTCAP · Cap Haitien, Haiti

Port Overview

Cap Haitien Port, UN/LOCODE HTCAP, is a medium-sized seaport on Haiti’s northern coastline serving Cap Haitien and the surrounding northern region. Its operating profile combines general cargo handling, cruise calls and inter-island vessel activity rather than a clearly documented high-volume container-terminal model. The supplied port record reports approximately 88,420 tonnes of annual cargo and 2,830 TEU, with raw materials among the principal imports and coffee and fruit among the principal exports. The same record indicates about 420 annual vessel calls and 353,800 passengers, with cargo vessels representing approximately 92% of calls. Recorded maximum vessel parameters are 200 metres in length, 9.3 metres draught and 63,456 tonnes deadweight. Our service team recommends treating berth acceptance, equipment availability and cargo release arrangements as shipment-specific items to be confirmed before booking.

Port code	HTCAP
Location	Cap Haitien, Haiti · 19.7544833, -72.1970368
Port profile	Seaport handling general cargo, cruise and inter-island vessel activity
Recorded cargo indicators	Approximately 88,420 tonnes and 2,830 TEU annually
Recorded vessel limits	Maximum length 200 m; maximum draught 9.3 m; maximum deadweight 63,456 t

Key Highlights

Regional northern Haiti gatewayUseful for cargo destined for Cap Haitien and the northern Haiti hinterland, subject to inland delivery verification.

Mixed maritime profileGeneral cargo, cruise activity and inter-island services share the port environment; vessel and cargo priorities may vary by call.

Moderate container indicationThe supplied record lists 2,830 TEU annually, so container handling should be confirmed for the specific service and equipment plan.

Draft and acceptance controlRecorded limits reach 9.3 m draught and 200 m length, but actual acceptance remains subject to berth, tide, weather and port confirmation.

Export-sensitive commoditiesCoffee and fruit require attention to seasonality, packaging, moisture control and documentation consistency.

Facilities & Services

General cargo: The port record identifies facilities for general cargo vessels. Breakbulk, bagged cargo and project pieces should be assessed against the vessel’s lifting plan and local handling resources.
Container cargo: The reported annual volume includes approximately 2,830 TEU, but the supplied data does not confirm a dedicated terminal, reefer plugs, empty-container stock or specific handling equipment. Our team verifies these items before accepting a booking.
Cruise and passenger interface: Cruise calls and approximately 353,800 reported annual passengers may affect working areas, gate coordination and operational priorities during particular calls.
Inter-island connectivity: Inter-island vessels are part of the stated port profile. Feeder or domestic-sea transshipment options must be checked case by case rather than assumed.
Inland movement: The port data does not establish rail service or a standardized inland depot network. Our service team plans road delivery, empty return and cargo release only after consignee-site and carrier confirmation.

Routes & Transit Times

Typical planning logic is origin port to a Caribbean or regional transshipment point, followed by a connecting service to HTCAP. Direct-call availability, carrier selection and sailing frequency must be confirmed for the requested shipment date.
For exports, coffee, fruit and other general cargo may require coordination between local receipt, export clearance, vessel cut-off and any connecting leg. Seasonal agricultural volumes can influence equipment and space availability.
Transit time should be quoted only after checking the complete routing, transshipment connection, port rotation, documentation release, weather and local handling conditions. Our platform avoids presenting an unverified fixed transit promise.
For urgent or oversized cargo, the planning team compares HTCAP routing with alternative Haitian or regional gateways after checking inland distance, border or transfer requirements, handling capability and total landed cost.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary service areaCap Haitien and northern Haiti are the immediate commercial focus. Final delivery points should be checked for road access, security, truck suitability and consignee receiving capacity.

Inbound commoditiesThe supplied port record identifies raw materials as a principal import category. Commodity-specific permits, packaging and customs classification should be reviewed before dispatch.

Outbound commoditiesCoffee and fruit are identified as principal exports. Moisture protection, ventilation, palletization, shelf-life control and phytosanitary documentation may be relevant according to cargo type.

General and project cargoGeneral cargo handling supports non-containerized or mixed shipments, but dimensions, lifting points, packing certificates and discharge arrangements must be confirmed in advance.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-offs: Booking, shipping instructions, verified gross mass, export documents and cargo delivery cut-offs vary by carrier and connecting port. Our service team obtains the operative cut-off in writing instead of relying on a standard assumption.
Dangerous goods: Dangerous goods require accurate UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, package details and carrier acceptance. Pre-clearance is essential because local handling and vessel acceptance cannot be presumed.
Customs and inspection: Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading data, origin information and any commodity-specific permit should be consistent. Customs inspection, document queries and release timing may extend the planned delivery window.
Inland delivery: We confirm truck access, road conditions, cargo security, consignee receiving hours, empty-container return instructions and any transshipment or storage exposure before finalizing the delivery plan.

Shipping Tips

Provide the commodity, HS classification, package dimensions, gross weight, stowage requirements and final delivery address at quotation stage so our team can test the routing and handling assumptions.
For coffee, fruit and other agricultural cargo, align packaging, ventilation or temperature requirements with the actual equipment and sailing plan; do not assume reefer or special-handling availability.
For heavy, long or project cargo, submit drawings, centre of gravity, lifting points and packing details early. Vessel acceptance and discharge resources should be confirmed before cargo is manufactured or delivered.
Build contingency into the schedule for transshipment, document review, customs inspection, weather and local cargo release. Where HTCAP service is unsuitable, our team can compare regional alternatives on a total-cost basis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is HTCAP a suitable port for container shipments?

It may be suitable for selected container movements; the supplied record reports approximately 2,830 TEU annually. However, dedicated terminal facilities, equipment, carrier acceptance, reefer capability and empty-container arrangements are not established in the supplied data. Our service team verifies these points for the requested sailing.

Can I assume a direct sailing to Cap Haitien?

No. Routing may involve a regional or Caribbean transshipment point, and direct-call availability depends on the carrier, port rotation and booking date. We confirm the actual routing and connection before issuing a firm schedule.

What should be prepared for coffee or fruit exports?

Prepare consistent commercial and cargo documents, suitable export packaging, moisture or ventilation controls where relevant, and any applicable agricultural or phytosanitary documents. Our team also checks cut-offs, seasonal capacity and the receiving conditions at destination.

Are there vessel size restrictions at HTCAP?

The supplied port record reports a maximum recorded vessel length of 200 metres, draught of 9.3 metres and deadweight of 63,456 tonnes. These are reference figures, not a blanket acceptance guarantee; actual limits depend on vessel particulars, berth, tide, weather and port approval.

How should oversized or non-containerized cargo be booked?

Send dimensions, weight, lifting points, centre of gravity, packing method and discharge requirements before booking. Our service team checks vessel gear, local handling arrangements, road access and any need for an alternative gateway.

Data Sources & Provenance

Port code, name, country, city, coordinates, port profile, cargo indicators, vessel-call indicators and recorded maximum vessel parameters are transcribed from the supplied HTCAP baseline record provided for this page.

Operational statements concerning routing, documentation, dangerous goods, customs inspection, inland delivery and cargo planning are professional logistics guidance. Carrier schedules, terminal arrangements, handling equipment, cut-offs, charges, regulatory requirements and vessel acceptance remain subject to written confirmation from the relevant carrier, port authority, customs authority and local service providers.

The figures shown above are reference data for logistics planning and should not be treated as a current berth nomination, guaranteed capacity, fixed transit time or binding port tariff.