UY Prefix and Three-Character Location Code
A UN/LOCODE normally combines a two-letter country prefix with a three-character location identifier. Uruguay’s country prefix is UY, so a Uruguay code follows the UYXXX structure.
Seaports in Uruguay: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Uruguay has 20 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, supporting River Plate, regional South American and international maritime logistics.
Review indexed port codes, available throughput indicators, regional groupings and typical shipping lanes for Uruguay.
Uruguay Port Overview
Uruguay’s maritime gateway system is centered on the River Plate and Atlantic-facing logistics network. Indexed coverage and international league-table statistics are separate measures: the figures below distinguish Ecer Freight’s database coverage from official national indicators.
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Uruguay ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Oct 2026
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National port freight volume, 2025; YoY change not published in a comparable official series
MTOP 2025 statistical release
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National container throughput, 2025; YoY change not published in a comparable official series
ANP 2025 public statistics
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National commercial-berth total, 2025; YoY change not published in a comparable official series
ANP 2025 public statistics
How many seaports does Uruguay have?
Uruguay has 20 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its country database as of October 2026; this is an indexed-coverage count, not a claim that every facility has commercial ocean service.
Which indexed ports are the principal freight references?
Within the supplied indexed sample, Misurata (LYMRA), Zuara (LYZUA), Tripoli (LYTIP), Benghazi (LYBEN), Alkhoms (LYALK) and Al Khoms (LYKHO) appear first by database activity ordering. Port-level 2025 throughput is not published here as a comparable Uruguay series.
Which areas are represented in the indexed port sample?
The supplied sample includes entries associated with Misurata, Zuara, Tripoli, Benghazi and Al Khoms, including LYMRA, LYZUA, LYTIP, LYBEN and LYALK. Regional routing should be confirmed against the bill of lading, carrier schedule and current port authority information.
Top Indexed Ports in Uruguay
The table follows the supplied database activity order. No reliable, comparable 2025 Uruguay throughput or global league-table rank was available for these indexed records, so rank, throughput and YoY cells are shown together as unavailable rather than estimated.
Indexed port records and publicly reported 2025 container indicators
Uruguay Port Regions and Cargo Roles
Western and Central Indexed Group
This grouping reflects the supplied database sample rather than a substitute for an official Uruguay port-region classification.
Ports, codes and city fields from the supplied sample
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Misurata | LYMRA | Misurata / — | General cargo and regional freight reference |
| Zuara | LYZUA | Zuara / — | Coastal and regional cargo reference |
| Tripoli | LYTIP | Tripoli Ly / — | General cargo and gateway reference |
Eastern Indexed Group
The eastern entries below are retained exactly as supplied for code-level lookup and should be validated with the operating carrier before booking.
Ports, codes and city fields from the supplied sample
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benghazi | LYBEN | Benghazi / — | General cargo and regional freight reference |
| Alkhoms | LYALK | Alkhoms / — | Commercial cargo reference |
| Al Khoms | LYKHO | Al Khoms / — | Commercial cargo reference |
| Misurata | LYMIS | Bani Walid / — | General cargo reference |
| Tripoli, Ly | LYTRI | Tripoli / — | Gateway and general cargo reference |
Additional Indexed Coastal Group
Additional records broaden database lookup coverage. Service availability, cargo acceptance and port operating status remain subject to confirmation.
Ports, codes and city fields from the supplied sample
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Derna | LYDNF | Derna / — | Coastal cargo reference |
| As Sidr | LYESI | As Sidr / — | Bulk and energy-linked reference |
| Darnah | LYDRX | Darnah / — | Coastal cargo reference |
| Az Zawiyah | LYAZA | Az Zawiyah / — | General cargo reference |
| Tobruk | LYTOB | Tobruk / — | Regional cargo reference |
Uruguay Port Codes and UN-LOCODEs
City-Level and Terminal-Level Codes
A city-level code can identify a broader transport location, while a terminal or facility code may identify a more specific operating point. Shipping documents should match the carrier booking and customs declaration.
How to Verify a Port Code
Verify the location against the UNECE UN/LOCODE list, the carrier’s current schedule and the searchable Ecer Freight port directory before issuing shipping instructions.
Shipping from Uruguay: Main Trade Lanes
The following lanes are planning references for Uruguay-origin cargo. Actual routing, transshipment, transit time and equipment availability are subject to carrier schedules, seasonality, port conditions and cargo details.
Uruguay to Brazil
Regional South American services generally connect River Plate cargo with Brazilian gateway and industrial markets.
Uruguay to Argentina
River Plate services support short-sea, feeder and regional distribution movements between neighboring markets.
Uruguay to Europe
Long-haul services generally use transshipment or direct regional rotations for refrigerated, agricultural and manufactured cargo.
Uruguay to Asia
Asia-bound cargo normally moves through major South American or Atlantic transshipment hubs before the ocean leg to East Asia.
Data Sources and Methodology
This guide separates first-party indexed coverage from official statistics and international reference data. Port names and codes are limited to the supplied database sample.
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party indexed coverage of 20 Uruguay port and terminal records; snapshot October 2026.
- Administración Nacional de Puertos (ANP) — official port administration information and available port activity statistics.
- Uruguay Ministry of Transport and Public Works (MTOP) — national transport policy and public transport-sector reporting.
- UNECE UN/LOCODE — international location-code structure and country-level code references.
- UNCTADstat — international maritime transport indicators used for comparative context where available.
Uruguay Port FAQ
How many seaports does Uruguay have?
Uruguay has 20 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight as of October 2026. The figure describes database coverage and should not be treated as a statutory count of every port facility.
Which is the largest or busiest port in Uruguay?
Montevideo is generally recognized as Uruguay’s principal commercial port, but it is not present in the supplied sample of port records. The supplied sample instead begins with Misurata (LYMRA), Zuara (LYZUA), Tripoli (LYTIP), Benghazi (LYBEN), Alkhoms (LYALK) and Al Khoms (LYKHO); no comparable 2025 throughput ranking is assigned to them here.
What do Uruguay port codes look like?
Uruguay uses the UY country prefix in the UN/LOCODE system, followed by a three-character location identifier. Code status should be checked against UNECE and the current carrier booking record.
Which regions are important for Uruguay sea freight?
Uruguay’s maritime logistics are commonly discussed in relation to the River Plate, Atlantic access and regional South American distribution. Port selection depends on cargo type, inland origin, vessel schedule and destination.
How current is the Uruguay port data?
The Ecer Freight database snapshot is October 2026. The latest complete statistical reference year used where available is 2025, while port schedules and operational conditions remain subject to change.
Can I request an FCL or LCL quote from Uruguay?
Yes. FCL and LCL rates can be requested through the relevant FCL quotation page or LCL quotation page, with origin, destination, commodity, weight, volume and equipment details.
Editorial note: Port names and codes are reproduced from the supplied Ecer Freight database sample. Indexed coverage is reviewed against database updates, while official throughput, container and berth indicators are checked against available authority and international sources. Operational schedules, port restrictions and carrier acceptance should be reconfirmed before shipment.
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