LAHOE Port Code Lookup
Total 1 ports of LAHOE
Ban Houeisai Port is the seaport of Ban houeisai, in the city of Ban houeisaiin Laos. Overseas routes include Southeast Asia, Port code is LAHOE.
Port Overview
Ban Houeisai, also known as Houayxay or Huay Xai, is a Lao river-border logistics point on the Mekong in Bokeo Province, close to the Thailand–Laos crossing at Chiang Khong. UN/LOCODE LAHOE identifies the locality in the supplied port master data; it should not be treated as an ocean container-terminal code. Our service team positions LAHOE for cross-border road movements, river-linked regional cargo and transshipment planning rather than as a substitute for a deep-sea gateway. River conditions, border procedures, equipment availability and the final receiving point must be confirmed before booking.
| Port / locality | Ban Houeisai (会晒), Laos |
|---|---|
| UN/LOCODE | LAHOE |
| Port type | Mekong river-border logistics point; not classified here as an ocean port |
| Recorded coordinates | 20.2630560° N, 100.4336110° E |
| Planning status | FCL, LCL and automotive service counters in the supplied database are recorded as 0; these are database fields, not a statement of physical capacity. |
Key Highlights
Border-gateway function
Useful for Thailand–Laos cross-border distribution, with Chiang Khong as the corresponding Thai-side logistics reference.
River-dependent operations
Mekong water levels, navigability, vessel type and loading restrictions can affect any river leg.
Road-first planning
For most international cargo, the practical plan is a regional ocean gateway plus road or multimodal delivery into Ban Houeisai.
Local confirmation required
Terminal handling, bonded storage, customs windows and cargo acceptance should be checked shipment by shipment.
Facilities & Services
- River handling: River-side loading or discharge may be available for suitable cargo, but berth, crane, barge and draft capability must be confirmed with the local operator.
- Containerized cargo: Do not assume ocean-terminal services, empty-container supply, reefer plugs or container repair facilities at LAHOE. Our team can verify the actual handover point and equipment plan.
- Breakbulk and project cargo: Conventional cargo may require direct truck-to-barge or truck-to-site coordination, with packaging and lifting arrangements agreed in advance.
- Warehousing and staging: Local storage or border staging may be arranged through approved providers; bonded status, cargo security and maximum dwell time require confirmation.
- Road connectivity: Cross-border trucking through the Chiang Khong–Ban Houeisai area is the principal planning route for many regional shipments, subject to border and vehicle-control requirements.
Routes & Transit Times
- Thailand connection: Cargo may move by road between Ban Houeisai and the Chiang Khong area, then connect to Thai domestic distribution or an ocean gateway. Border crossing and customs release are decisive timing factors.
- China and northern Laos: Regional cargo may use road or multimodal corridors toward northern Laos and onward to China, depending on the commodity, border point and available service plan.
- Mekong routing: River transport can be considered for compatible cargo, but seasonal water levels, navigational conditions, vessel availability and transshipment handling can materially change the schedule.
- Ocean cargo: LAHOE should normally be planned as a destination or inland-border point, not as a guaranteed direct ocean service. Our team will quote the complete gateway-to-door chain after confirming origin, cargo and border route.
Timing control: We do not publish a fixed transit promise for LAHOE. Actual lead time depends on the selected gateway, border queue, customs inspection, road permits, river conditions, consolidation plan and final delivery location.
Hinterland & Key Cargo
Service area
Primary planning focus is Ban Houeisai and northern Bokeo, with onward movements subject to road access, border formalities and consignee location.
Regional trade
The location supports cross-border trade between Laos and Thailand and can serve as a regional interchange point for northern mainland Southeast Asia.
Suitable cargo profiles
General cargoConsumer goodsAgricultural productsProject cargo
Cargo qualification
Perishables, oversized units, dangerous goods and high-value cargo require separate checks for temperature control, lifting, security and border acceptance.
Operations & Compliance
- Cut-off control: River and border cut-offs are not interchangeable with ocean-terminal cut-offs. Our team will obtain the actual receiving deadline from the nominated operator and customs broker before dispatch.
- Documents: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, HS classification, origin evidence, permits and consignee tax or import details should be aligned before cargo reaches the border.
- Dangerous goods: Provide the UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, SDS and compliant marks before booking. Acceptance by the actual carrier, border and handling point is subject to confirmation.
- Inspection and release: Customs inspection, valuation questions, permit checks or document discrepancies can hold the truck or cargo. Keep originals and translated documents available where required.
Shipping Tips
- Send the exact delivery address, cargo dimensions, gross weight, HS codes, cargo value and preferred border route to our service team before requesting a rate.
- For containerized imports, confirm the actual ocean gateway, empty-container return point, customs handover and final-mile trucking responsibility; do not assume a container can be returned at LAHOE.
- Use moisture-resistant export packaging and secure blocking or bracing for river or cross-border handling. Oversized pieces should be checked against truck, bridge, road and lifting limits in advance.
- Build schedule protection for border queues, inspections and seasonal river variability. Where the river leg is uncertain, our team can compare a road-only or gateway-to-door alternative.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can LAHOE handle a standard ocean-container booking?
LAHOE is a river-border location rather than a confirmed ocean container terminal. Our team will verify whether the shipment should terminate through a Thai or other regional gateway and then move by road or multimodal service.
Is Ban Houeisai the same logistics area as Chiang Khong?
No. They are on opposite sides of the Thailand–Laos border. A shipment involving both points requires cross-border transport, customs coordination and confirmation of the permitted handover arrangement.
Can dangerous goods be routed through LAHOE?
Possibly, but acceptance cannot be presumed. We need the complete dangerous-goods declaration and must obtain approval from the carrier, handling point, customs broker and border route before dispatch.
What is the main cause of delay?
The most common planning risks are incomplete customs documents, border congestion, inspection, vehicle or permit restrictions, and—when a river leg is used—water conditions and vessel availability.
Data Sources & Provenance
The port code, names, country, city, coordinates and database service fields above are taken from the supplied LAHOE port master record. Operational descriptions are planning guidance for a Mekong border location and must be reconfirmed with the nominated carrier, local operator, customs broker and border authorities before booking.
- UN/LOCODE reference framework: unece.org
- Laos trade and customs reference portal: laotradeportal.gov.la
- Verification boundary: No unverified berth count, water depth, throughput, equipment capacity, carrier schedule, tariff, opening hours or guaranteed transit time is presented for LAHOE.