Argostoli

Size limits

No restrictions on size at anchorage.

Load line zone

Summer.

Tides

Range 0.3m.

Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.

Approach

None.

Anchorages

Anchorage is available approx 0.3nm NNW of a light beacon (metal framework tower, elevation 5m) (approx 1nm ESE of Akra Ayion Theodhoron Light).

Moderate size vessels may anchor nearer the E shore.

In strong S winds, anchorage under the lee of Akra Ayion Theodhoron is recommended.

Care should be taken not to anchor near the submarine power cables, which extend across the entrance to Ormos Argostoliou.

For Lixouri, anchorage for vessels unable to enter the harbour is situated 0.3nm NE of the entrance in 13.0-18.0m, mud.

Charts and publications

BA 203, 2402. Admiralty Pilot NP47.

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Initial ETA to be sent to vessel's agent on departure from last port. Additional ETAs to be sent to the vessel's agent 48, 24 and 12 hours prior to arrival. One hour prior to arrival, port authorities, pilot and agents should be contacted by VHF giving exact time of arrival.

The ETA message should include: Ship's particulars, cargo information, dangerous cargo (if any onboard, with details), health condition and stowaway details (if any).

Communications

Olympia Radio ("SVA") receives distress or urgent messages and public communication (working channel). Watch frequencies VHF/FM, 2182kHz and HF/D.S.C as follows:

MF 2187.5kHz.

HF 4207.5kHz, 6312kHz, 8414.5kHz, 12577kHz, 16804.5kHz.

Heraklio, Limnos and Corfu Radio for general watch calling frequencies.

The stations work throughout 24 hours.

Inmarsat communication is possible.

VHF: Port Police Ch 12 or 18 throughout 24 hours.

Documents

Special forms exist for all documents but apply only to liner vessels. These are delivered onboard on arrival.

Health

Pratique should be applied for on arrival and cannot be applied for by radio.

Customs and immigration

Customs allowances: Each officer and crew member is allowed 1 bottle of spirits and 1 carton of cigarettes each.

Immigration: Port police issue crew passes, ask on arrival. For EU nationals there are no Immigration procedures. There are special regulations for nationals of countries such as Czech Republic, Israel, Montenegro, Poland, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Turkey, Ukraine, Arab and South American countries.

Crew being repatriated to non European countries must have a ticket which the agent must show to the authorities, agent's guarantees are requested by various authorities.

Port State Control here: Paris MOU.

Running now: the Paris and Tokyo MOU concentrated inspection campaign on cargo securing, 1 September to 30 November 2026. Its questions are published: the questionnaire.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Ministry of Merchant Marine.

Address: 1 K. Paleologou Street, 185 35 Piraeus, Greece.

Tel: +30 210 419 1911/43.

Fax: +30 210 419 1901.

Email: [email protected], [email protected]

For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org

Repairs

Minor repairs available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available.

Bunkering: Not available.

Transport

Nearest airport: Argostoli, one flight daily to Athens.

Working hours

Normally 0800-1200hrs, 1330-1730hrs (Oct 16 to Apr 15); 0800-1200hrs, 1400-1800hrs (Apr 16 to Oct 15).

Where it is

Argostoli is situated on the SW shore of Ormos Argostoliou.

The port

It has two harbours, at opposite sides of a bay, Lixouri to the W and Argostoli to the E, connected by ferry. Together they constitute a single port. Good holding ground in deep water but operations may cease in Lixouri during S and E gales. Minimal warehousing; vessels usually load part cargo at Argostoli before filling at Lixouri, but those discharging may require lighterage.

Argostoli is a small commercial harbour with facilities for handling bulk and liquid cargoes.

What are the pilot arrangements at Argostoli?

None.

What time zone is Argostoli in?

Local time at Argostoli is UTC+2. Clocks go to UTC+3 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+2 on 31 Oct 2027.

Which load line zone is Argostoli in?

Summer.

Who carries out Port State Control at Argostoli?

Port State Control at Argostoli: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Argostoli?

The UN/LOCODE of Argostoli is GRARM.

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