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Port of arrival

A port of arrival is the harbor where a seaborne cargo discharges at the end of its voyage – the counterpart to the port of shipment.

Last updated: 9 June 2026Published: 19 June 2025

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A port of arrival is the harbor where a seaborne cargo discharges at the end of its voyage – the counterpart to the port of shipment. It is declared in the bill of lading and freight contract as the place of destination, and is critical for cost allocation under Incoterms (e.g., CIF or FOB). At the port of arrival, customs clearance is initiated, authorities conduct inspections, and cargo is handed over to the consignee or a warehouse operator. The port of arrival also governs liability periods and applicable port charges.

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