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TNSUS Sousse Port
Sousse Port is the seaport of Sousse, in the city of Soussein Tunisia. Overseas routes include Africa, Port code is TNSUS.

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Port Code

TNSUS

Name

Sousse

Country / Region

Tunisia

City

Sousse

Sea Routes

Africa

Type

Latitude

35.8255000

Longitude

10.6485000

Est. Unit Price

$150/m³ Book Now

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Port Overview

Sousse Port, UN/LOCODE TNSUS, is a commercial and fishing seaport in Sousse, Tunisia, positioned on the central Tunisian coast at approximately 35.8255000° N, 10.6485000° E. The port has a sheltered harbour protected by three breakwaters, with an entrance reported in the supplied port record as 65 m wide. Its central location gives it a practical hinterland for regional industrial, agricultural and consumer-goods flows. Our platform treats Sousse as a port requiring shipment-by-shipment confirmation of cargo acceptance, equipment availability, vessel routing and terminal procedures rather than as a guaranteed hub for every container service.

UN/LOCODE	TNSUS
Port / City	Sousse / SOUSSE
Country and region	Tunisia, Africa
Port profile	Commercial and fishing port
Coordinates	35.8255000° N, 10.6485000° E

Key Highlights

Central Tunisian positionUseful for cargo serving Sousse and nearby central-coast markets, subject to the final delivery address and road plan.

Protected harbour layoutThe supplied port data identifies three breakwaters and a 65 m entrance width, relevant to vessel planning and nautical confirmation.

Mixed cargo profileCommercial, fishing and general-cargo activity means cargo handling arrangements may differ by commodity and terminal operation.

Import and export balanceTypical flows include timber, cotton, soybean oil, pellets, wood pulp and grain imports, with salt, olive oil, tyres, textiles and general cargo among reported exports.

Facilities & Services

Harbour protection: The port is described in the supplied record as a sheltered harbour protected by three breakwaters. Vessel access and berth suitability remain subject to the port’s current nautical instructions.
Commercial cargo handling: Handling is carried out by public and private operators, with the Group of Handlers of the Center (GMC) identified in the supplied data as a private operator.
General and breakbulk cargo: Timber, wood pulp, grain, pellets, tyres, textiles and other general cargo require commodity-specific handling, packaging and storage confirmation.
Liquid and agricultural cargo: Soybean oil and olive oil should be checked for tank, food-grade, documentation and contamination-control requirements before booking.
Containerized cargo: Our service team confirms whether a shipment can move as FCL, LCL or conventional cargo on the selected routing; equipment, consolidation and terminal acceptance are not assumed from the port code alone.
Inland connection: Road pickup and delivery can be arranged subject to truck type, cargo dimensions, local access restrictions, customs status and the consignee’s receiving schedule.

Routes & Transit Times

Asia-origin cargo will commonly require a confirmed transshipment plan through a suitable Mediterranean gateway or another carrier-designated hub. Direct service, port rotation, equipment release and connection windows must be checked before quotation.
European and Mediterranean cargo may be routed through regional short-sea or feeder networks, depending on the carrier’s current schedule and the final discharge arrangement.
Export cargo from central Tunisia may be planned as FCL, LCL or conventional shipment according to commodity, packing form, booking acceptance and destination requirements.
Actual transit time is affected by transshipment connections, vessel omissions, congestion, weather, customs inspection, documentation amendments and inland delivery conditions. Our platform provides a schedule-specific estimate only after the carrier and routing are confirmed.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Sousse’s central coastal position supports cargo for Sousse and surrounding central Tunisian commercial and industrial areas. Final inland routing should be assessed from the consignee’s exact address rather than from the port name alone.

Reported import cargoTimber, cotton, soybean oil, pellets, wood pulp and grain.

Reported export cargoSalt, olive oil, tyres, textiles and general cargo.

Handling considerationsBulk, liquid, bagged, palletized and project cargo require different packing, storage and loading plans.

Inland planningConfirm road permits, truck capacity, delivery appointment, customs location and any special handling before cargo release.

Operations & Compliance

Booking and cut-off control: Carrier closing, documentation cut-off, VGM deadline and terminal receiving windows vary by voyage and cargo type. Our team obtains the operative cut-offs from the selected carrier before dispatching cargo.
Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, SDS and packing details before booking. Acceptance must be confirmed in writing; do not assume routine acceptance at a commercial and fishing port.
Customs and inspection: Commercial invoices, packing lists, transport documents, origin documents and any commodity-specific permits must be consistent. Customs inspection, documentary queries and physical examination can extend cargo dwell time.
Cargo-specific controls: Food products, oils, timber, agricultural goods, textiles and tyres may trigger additional quality, phytosanitary, labeling or import-control requirements. The importer remains responsible for local regulatory confirmation.

Shipping Tips

Send the commercial invoice, packing list, cargo dimensions, gross weight, HS code, Incoterm and consignee details to our service team before requesting a firm routing.
For timber, grain, oils, salt and other sensitive commodities, specify moisture protection, food-contact requirements, bulk or packaged form, and the required storage conditions.
For oversized, heavy or non-containerized cargo, provide drawings, lifting points, center of gravity and packing photographs so that handling and road equipment can be assessed in advance.
Keep a contingency option through another Tunisian or Mediterranean gateway when the Sousse call, equipment supply, transshipment connection or cargo acceptance cannot be confirmed for the required sailing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can our shipment use TNSUS for containerized cargo?: Potentially, subject to the selected carrier’s current service, equipment availability, cargo acceptance and terminal arrangement. Our platform checks the complete routing rather than relying on the port code alone.

Is Sousse suitable for bulk or general cargo?: The supplied port profile includes commercial handling and lists grain, pellets, timber, wood pulp, oils and general cargo. Handling method, storage and berth arrangements must be confirmed for the specific commodity and vessel.

What documents should be prepared before booking?: At minimum, prepare the commercial invoice, packing list, cargo description, HS code, gross and net weights, dimensions, Incoterm, consignee information and any applicable origin, sanitary, phytosanitary or dangerous-goods documents.

Can dangerous goods be shipped through Sousse?: Acceptance is cargo- and voyage-specific. Submit the complete dangerous-goods declaration and supporting documents early so our service team can obtain carrier and terminal approval before cargo delivery.

How should we plan the inland delivery?: Confirm the exact consignee address, road access, delivery hours, truck type, customs status and unloading equipment. Inland timing is subject to traffic, inspection, appointment availability and local operating conditions.

Data Sources & Provenance

Port code, port name, country, city, coordinates, port profile, harbour description and reported cargo categories are taken from the supplied TNSUS port record. Operational statements are presented as planning guidance and require confirmation against the selected carrier, port operator, customs authority and current voyage instructions.

For official regulatory and port-information verification, our service team uses the relevant Tunisian authority channels, including ommp.nat.tn and douane.gov.tn. Customs requirements, port procedures, schedules, cargo acceptance, cut-offs and inland restrictions are time-sensitive and should be reconfirmed before shipment execution.

Data boundary: no unverified berth dimensions, draught, terminal capacity, sailing frequency, carrier commitment, transit promise or tariff has been added.