TD Prefix and Three-Letter Location Code
The UN/LOCODE structure combines the country prefix TD with a three-letter location identifier. The indexed code TDNDJ refers to Ndjamena in Chad.
Seaports in Chad: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Chad has 1 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database; as a landlocked country, it relies on inland logistics hubs and overland corridors to connect with seaports in neighboring countries.
Chad has no coastline, so international sea freight is generally routed through regional gateway ports outside the country before moving by road or rail where available.
Chad Port Overview
Chad is landlocked and does not operate a conventional maritime seaport. The indexed location below represents an inland logistics point used for country-level port-code and freight-routing reference. Ocean cargo normally moves through gateways in neighboring countries and then continues overland into Chad.
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Chad ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
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Official cargo tonnage, 2025; YoY change not published
Chad official statistics · 2025
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Container throughput in TEU, 2025; YoY change not published
Chad official statistics · 2025
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Maritime berths, 2025; YoY change not published
Chad official statistics · 2025
How many seaports does Chad have?
Chad has 1 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight, although Chad is landlocked and the indexed location is an inland logistics point rather than a conventional seaport.
What is the largest or busiest port location in Chad?
Ndjamena, identified by UN/LOCODE TDNDJ, is the only Chad location in the Ecer Freight sample and therefore the leading indexed inland freight point. No verified national seaport TEU ranking is available.
Which area handles Chad's main freight flows?
The N'djamena area is the principal indexed logistics focus, with TDNDJ serving as a reference for inland cargo routing. International sea freight is generally connected through regional gateways outside Chad.
Top Ports and Freight Locations in Chad
This table ranks locations in the Ecer Freight Chad sample by indexed activity. Chad has no coastline, and no reliable national container-port league-table figures were identified for 2025.
Indexed location ranking; maritime throughput data is not applicable or publicly verified for Chad.
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
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| — | Ndjamena | TDNDJ | — | — | N'djamena inland logistics area |
Chad Port and Logistics Regions
N'djamena Inland Logistics Hub
N'djamena is the only location indexed in the Chad sample and is the main reference point for inland distribution and cross-border freight planning.
Indexed locations in the N'djamena area.
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
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| Ndjamena | TDNDJ | N'djamena / — | Inland cargo consolidation and regional distribution |
Lake Chad Basin
The Lake Chad Basin is a regional inland-water and overland trade area, but no additional Chad port or terminal is included in the Ecer Freight sample.
No additional indexed Chad locations in this regional group.
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Cross-Border Freight Corridors
Chad's international container flows depend on cross-border road corridors linking inland demand centers with maritime gateways in neighboring countries.
No additional indexed Chad locations in this regional group.
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Chad Port Codes and UN/LOCODEs
City-Level and Terminal-Level Codes
A city-level code can represent a broader logistics area, while a terminal-level code may identify a specific facility. TDNDJ is the only Chad code in the supplied Ecer Freight sample.
How to Verify a Code
Verify the country prefix, location name and facility scope against UNECE resources and the Ecer Freight port-code directory before booking or preparing shipping documents.
Shipping from Chad: Main Trade Lanes
Chad's sea-freight supply chains are multimodal: cargo is collected inland, moved across borders to a regional maritime gateway, and then shipped by ocean. Routing, customs requirements and transit times are subject to confirmation.
Chad to West African Gateways
A practical regional pattern for imported machinery, consumer goods and project cargo uses inland collection around N'djamena before connection to West African gateway services.
Chad to Central African Gateways
Central African corridors may connect Chad cargo with ocean services through neighboring-country gateways, particularly for containerized imports and exports.
Chad to Mediterranean and European Markets
Cargo bound for Mediterranean or European markets generally requires inland trucking to a suitable regional gateway followed by a scheduled ocean service.
Chad to Asia-Pacific Markets
Asia-bound cargo normally combines cross-border inland transport with a regional ocean gateway and onward mainline service.
Data Sources and Methodology
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party database snapshot for Nov 2026, containing 1 indexed Chad port or terminal location.
- UNECE — reference framework for UN/LOCODE country prefixes and location-code validation.
- National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency — maritime and geographic reference material used for navigational context.
- Chad official statistics and transport publications — checked for 2025 cargo, TEU and berth indicators; no verified national maritime throughput figure was identified.
- Public carrier and corridor information — used only for indicative multimodal routing context; transit times remain subject to quotation and operational confirmation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chad Ports
How many seaports does Chad have?
Chad has 1 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight. Chad is landlocked, so this indexed location is an inland logistics point rather than a conventional seaport.
What is the main port location listed for Chad?
Ndjamena is the only location listed in the supplied Chad sample. Its UN/LOCODE is TDNDJ.
Does Chad have a maritime container port?
No conventional maritime container port is identified in Chad. Containerized sea freight normally uses a regional gateway outside Chad and continues inland by road or other available transport.
What does the Chad port code TDNDJ mean?
TD is the Chad country prefix in the UN/LOCODE structure, while NDJ identifies Ndjamena. Code scope should be verified before documents are finalized.
Which region handles most Chad freight activity?
The N'djamena area is the principal indexed inland logistics focus. Cross-border corridors then connect Chad cargo with maritime gateways in neighboring countries.
How current is the Chad port data?
The first-party database snapshot is dated Nov 2026, while the latest complete statistical reference year is 2025. Dynamic schedules, routing and rates require confirmation at the time of booking.
How can a shipper request a Chad sea-freight quotation?
Shippers can request FCL or LCL pricing by providing the cargo details, inland pickup point, destination, commodity, weight, dimensions and preferred delivery terms.
This Chad port page combines the Ecer Freight first-party location index with UN/LOCODE and maritime reference sources. Database coverage is reviewed and updated on a recurring basis, while official statistics, corridor conditions, carrier schedules and freight rates are subject to publication and operational timing.
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