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OMMCT Muscat Port
Muscat Port is the major seaport of Muscat, in the city of Muscatin Oman. Overseas routes include Middle East, Port code is OMMCT.

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Port Code

OMMCT

Name

Muscat

Country / Region

Oman

City

Muscat

Sea Routes

Middle East

Type

Main Port

Latitude

23.6273250

Longitude

58.5702600

Est. Unit Price

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Port Overview

MUSCAT, UN/LOCODE OMMCT, is a deep-water seaport and Oman’s capital-city port on the southeastern Arabian Peninsula. The supplied port master data identifies it as Oman’s principal cargo and containership port as well as a major cruise port. The port comprises eight commercial berths with reported draughts of up to 13.0 m and an aggregate berth length of 5,290 m. Its cargo profile includes containerised imports, dry bulk, breakbulk, vehicles and project-related industrial goods, with exports including frozen fish, scrap metal, copper cathodes and chromate. Our service team uses OMMCT for Oman-bound sea freight planning, while final berth, vessel, documentation and inland-delivery arrangements remain subject to carrier and port confirmation.

Port code	OMMCT
Port / city	MUSCAT / Muscat
Country	Oman (OM)
Coordinates	23.6273250, 58.5702600
Reported port profile	8 commercial berths; up to 13.0 m draught; total berth length 5,290 m

Key Highlights

Multi-purpose cargo roleHandles containerised cargo alongside grain, steel, clinker, vehicles, fertilisers, foodstuffs and industrial materials.

Deep-water operating profileReported commercial berth draughts reach up to 13.0 m; vessel acceptance must be checked against the nominated berth and sailing condition.

Oman gateway planningSuitable for Oman import and export planning, with inland delivery designed around the final consignee location rather than port name alone.

Mixed cargo controlsContainer, breakbulk, bulk, vehicle and temperature-sensitive shipments require different booking, packing and document workflows.

Facilities & Services

Commercial berths: The supplied data records eight commercial berths with a combined length of 5,290 m and reported maximum draught of 13.0 m. Actual berth allocation and permissible draught require operational confirmation.
Container handling: OMMCT is identified in the source data as Oman’s main containership port. Our team confirms equipment, terminal acceptance and cut-off requirements with the carrier before releasing the shipping plan.
Breakbulk and dry cargo: The cargo mix supports planning for steel, grain, clinker, fertilisers, vehicles, industrial spare parts and other non-containerised or project-related consignments.
Inspection and customs interface: Cargo may be selected for documentary or physical examination. Consignment data, packing lists, permits and commodity descriptions should be ready before customs submission.
Inland collection and delivery: Road transport is the practical planning basis for local delivery. Vehicle type, delivery address, site access, lifting method and appointment requirements should be checked before dispatch.

Routes & Transit Times

Trade direction: Typical planning may involve connections between Oman and major regional or global hub networks. The actual routing can be direct or transhipment-based depending on the carrier, equipment and sailing schedule.
Transit-time control: We quote transit expectations only after checking the current service loop, transhipment port, terminal cut-offs, vessel availability and documentation readiness.
Schedule variables: Port congestion, berth windows, weather, vessel rotation changes, customs examination, transhipment connection risk and inland appointment availability can all affect final delivery.
Alternative planning: Where the nominated sailing is unsuitable, our service team can compare other carrier routings or nearby regional gateway options, subject to cargo type, cost and final destination requirements.

No fixed sailing frequency, direct-service claim or guaranteed transit time is stated here. Carrier schedules and operational cut-offs should be reconfirmed for each booking.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterland: Muscat and nearby Omani commercial, industrial and consumer markets form the core delivery area; inland cost and lead time depend on the consignee’s exact location.
Import cargo: Commonly handled categories include grain, steel, Indian clinker, white goods, vehicles, industrial spare parts, fertilisers, foodstuffs and livestock.
Export cargo: The supplied profile lists frozen fish, scrap metal, copper cathodes and chromate among export commodities.
Special handling: Frozen fish needs an agreed temperature-control plan; metals and minerals require secure packing and accurate weight information; livestock, food and plant-related cargo may require additional permits or health documentation.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-offs: Booking cut-off, VGM deadline, shipping-instruction deadline, terminal receiving window and customs filing time are not interchangeable. Our team obtains the current carrier and terminal deadlines for each sailing.
Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, package details and safety documentation before booking. Acceptance is subject to carrier and terminal approval.
Customs documents: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document data, certificate of origin and any commodity-specific permit should be consistent in description, quantity, value, marks and weights.
Inspection and inland delivery: Allow contingency for customs examination, seal verification, port release and truck appointment. Confirm truck dimensions, payload, container type, site access and unloading resources before arranging collection.

Shipping Tips

Send the full commodity description, HS classification, gross weight, dimensions, package count and intended delivery address before rate and equipment confirmation.
For heavy steel, minerals or machinery, provide a verified weight distribution and centre-of-gravity statement where relevant; confirm container payload and lashing requirements before stuffing.
For reefer or food cargo, state the required temperature range, ventilation settings, shelf-life constraints and inspection documents at booking stage.
Build schedule contingency into the delivery plan and avoid committing the consignee to a fixed arrival date until the carrier, customs and inland appointment are confirmed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is OMMCT suitable for container shipments?

Yes. The supplied port profile identifies MUSCAT as Oman’s main containership port. Equipment availability, acceptance and the applicable terminal cut-off must be confirmed for the selected sailing.

Can our shipment be delivered directly to a consignee outside Muscat?

Usually, inland road delivery can be planned, but the final quotation and schedule depend on the consignee address, cargo dimensions, vehicle requirements, road access, unloading method and any delivery appointment.

What documents should be prepared before booking?

Prepare a commercial invoice, packing list, accurate cargo description and weights, consignee details, transport instructions and any required origin, product, health or dangerous-goods documentation. Commodity-specific requirements should be checked before shipment.

How should dangerous goods be arranged?

Submit complete DG details before booking so the carrier and terminal can review acceptance, segregation, packing, marking and documentation. Do not rely on a generic commodity name for DG declaration.

Are the stated draught and berth figures guaranteed for every vessel?

No. The figures are from the supplied port master data and describe the reported port profile. Actual vessel clearance depends on berth assignment, vessel characteristics, tide, cargo condition and the latest port instructions.

Data Sources & Provenance

Hard identifiers, coordinates, cargo profile and berth figures in this module are based on the supplied OMMCT port master data. Operational information is expressed as planning guidance and must be reconfirmed against the live carrier, terminal, customs and inland-transport instructions.

Port and maritime reference: asyadports.com — use for current port-service and operational confirmation where applicable.
Customs reference: customs.gov.om — use for current customs procedures, declarations and regulatory requirements.
Verification boundary: Current schedules, berth allocation, terminal cut-offs, cargo acceptance, inspection decisions, permits, charges and inland appointments are time-sensitive and are not inferred from the static port master data.