PORT GUIDE · FOR OFFICERS, MASTERS AND SHORE TEAMS
Panaji
Key data
updated Jan 2026Size limits
LOA 74.72m, beam 23.77m, 423DWT.
Water density
The dock density varies according to season.
Load line zone
Arabian Sea Seasonal Tropical Area, Tropical Sep 1 to May 31, Summer Jun 1 to Aug 31.
Tides
MHWS: +2.30m, MHWN: +2.06m, MLWN: +0.37m, MLWS: +0.00m.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panaji Ferry Terminal | — | 75 m | 1 |
Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.
Approach
updated Feb 2026Anchorages
Anchorage is located at 15°28.57'N 073°46.91'E, in depths of between 6.0-18.0m.
Restrictions
There is a sand bar located off Agwad Bay, in approx position 15°28.9'N 073°48.0'E.
Tugs
"MT Pehlvan", 470t, 4t bollard pull, to be requested via the Port Captain, Tel: +91 832 225070. This tug is not equipped with fire fighting equipment.
Charts and publications
BA 492, Indian 2020, 2022. Admiralty Pilot NP38,NP286(4).
Reporting before arrival
updated Jul 2010ETA and pre-arrival notices
ETA messages should be sent to port captain 48 and 24 hours prior to arrival. The message should include details of ship, last port of call and details of cargo.
Communications
VHF: VTS & Tugs: Ch 16 and 74. VTS listens office hours, tugs 24 hours.
Notice of readiness
To be tendered as per terms and conditions of Charter Party. Generally, NOR tendered by master on vessel's arrival advising that vessel is ready to load/discharge the nominated cargo.
Health
The local port health officer grants pratique after boarding vessel.
Customs and immigration
Customs allowances: One bottle of liquor and one carton of cigarettes is allowed for each crew member per week.
Immigration: Immigration officials will check passports/CDC (Seaman's Books) and issue shore permits.
Inspections
Port State Control here: Indian Ocean MOU.
ISPS
ISPS Designated Authority: Director-General of Shipping.
Position: Nautical Adviser to the Government of India.
Address: Jahaz Bhavan, Walchand Hirachand Marg, Ballard Estate, Mumbai 400 001, India.
Tel: +91 22 2261 0606
Fax: +91 22 2269 4352
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.dgshipping.com
For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org.
Port services
updated Jul 2010Repairs
No facilities are available.
Bunkers, water and stores
Stores: Provisions are available.
Medical
There is a local hospital.
Crew change
Possible.
Transport
The regional and international airport available.
About Panaji
updated Feb 2011Where it is
Panaji (Panjim) is located on the W coast of India, in the province of Goa, approx midway between Mumbai and Managalore.
The port
Panaji is anchorage port which can handle vessels up to LOA 280m. The principal exports are cotton, salt and seeds; the main imports are piece goods, kerosene, pig iron, coal, lime, iron ore, etc.
Questions about Panaji
What time zone is Panaji in?
Local time at Panaji is UTC+5:30. No summer time.
What is the water density at Panaji?
The dock density varies according to season.
Which load line zone is Panaji in?
Arabian Sea Seasonal Tropical Area, Tropical Sep 1 to May 31, Summer Jun 1 to Aug 31.
Who carries out Port State Control at Panaji?
Port State Control at Panaji: Indian Ocean MOU.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Panaji?
The UN/LOCODE of Panaji is INPAN.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Panaji say: pilot boarding, the agent's papers, inspections, shore leave. Each tip is shown with the writer's rank and ship type, and an AI summary sits on top once there are three or more.
A planning aid, not for navigation. These facts come from public sources and each section shows how old it is. Check with the port, your agent, your ENCs and official publications. Spotted something wrong? Tell us on the feedback board.