DOSDQ Port (Santo Domingo) – Terminals, Draft, Agents

About This Seaport

Vehicles, project cargo and cruise passengers — not container liner traffic — define the working profile of Santo Domingo, the multipurpose port of the Dominican Republic at the mouth of the Ozama River and the oldest continuously operating port in the Americas. Operations split between the Don Diego and Sans Souci terminals, with Sans Souci combining cruise calls and ro-ro cargo across storage for more than 7,000 vehicles. Annual container capacity is modest at roughly 100,000 TEU, so shippers moving standard boxes generally route through nearby Río Haina or the DP World hub at Caucedo, both offering far larger terminal capacity; together Santo Domingo and Haina handle much of the island's imports. Hinterland distribution depends entirely on road haulage, as the country has no significant freight rail network. Customs clearance for import and export runs through the Dominican customs authority (DGA), though high-volume container processing is concentrated at Haina and Caucedo rather than here.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Santo Domingo?▼

The UN/LOCODE of Santo Domingo is DOSDQ. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.

Where is the port of Santo Domingo located?▼

The port of Santo Domingo is located in Dominican Republic (Caribbean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean).

What is the size of the port Santo Domingo?▼

Santo Domingo is a Medium harbor of type River (Natural).

What is the channel depth of Santo Domingo?▼

The channel depth of Santo Domingo is 9.4 meters.

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