CI Prefix and Three-Letter Port Code
A Cote D'ivoire UN/LOCODE begins with the ISO country prefix CI and is followed by a three-character location identifier. For example, CIABI identifies an Abidjan location in the indexed sample.
Seaports in Cote D'ivoire: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Cote D'ivoire has 11 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, led by Abidjan as a major West African gateway and supported by San Pedro on the Gulf of Guinea.
Review UN/LOCODE references, port coverage, regional cargo roles and indicative shipping lanes for Cote D'ivoire.
Cote D'ivoire Port Overview
Cote D'ivoire is a significant maritime economy in West Africa. Abidjan handles the country's principal container and general-cargo flows, while San Pedro is particularly important for western-region exports and bulk commodities. Ecer Freight coverage is an indexed database count, not a national statistical count of every landing place or private marine facility.
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Cote D'ivoire ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
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National seaport cargo tonnage, 2025; official YoY not published in the reviewed release
MOT 2025 statistical release
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National container throughput, 2025; official YoY not published in the reviewed release
Port authorities · 2025
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National commercial berth total, 2025; official YoY not published in the reviewed release
MOT 2025 statistical release
How many seaports does Cote D'ivoire have?
Cote D'ivoire has 11 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its Nov 2026 database snapshot. This indexed coverage should be distinguished from the wider national inventory of coastal facilities.
Which is the busiest port in Cote D'ivoire?
Abidjan is generally the busiest commercial port in Cote D'ivoire and is represented in the database by the terminal-level code CIABI and the city-level code CIABJ.
Which regions handle the main cargo flows?
The Abidjan area is the principal container and industrial-cargo cluster, while San Pedro, represented by CISPE, serves western Cote D'ivoire and important agricultural and bulk-export flows.
Top Ports in Cote D'ivoire
The table follows the active-port order in the Ecer Freight sample. A 2025 world rank or throughput figure is shown only where a comparable, verified public statistic is available; a dash means that no comparable 2025 figure was confirmed.
Indexed port and terminal sample, with 2025 throughput fields
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Abidjan | CIABI | — | — | Abidjan District |
| — | San Pedro, Ci | CISPE | — | — | Western coast |
| — | San-pedro | CISPY | — | — | Western coast |
| — | Grand Bassam | CIGBM | — | — | Eastern Gulf of Guinea coast |
| — | Assinie | CIASS | — | — | Eastern Gulf of Guinea coast |
| — | Dabou | CIDAB | — | — | Abidjan hinterland |
Cote D'ivoire Port Regions
Abidjan and Nearby Commercial Coast
The Abidjan cluster is the country's primary maritime gateway, connecting industrial, consumer and container cargo with inland markets.
Ports and terminals in the Abidjan cluster
Eastern Gulf of Guinea Coast
The eastern coastal group includes established coastal locations and smaller maritime facilities near the Abidjan economic area.
Ports and terminals on the eastern coastal corridor
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Bassam | CIGBM | Grand Bassam / — | Coastal, project and local maritime activity |
| Assinie | CIASS | Assinie / — | Coastal and local maritime activity |
Western Coast and San Pedro Cluster
San Pedro is the principal western maritime center and supports export-oriented cargo from the western and southwestern hinterland.
Ports and terminals on the western coast
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Pedro, Ci | CISPE | — / — | Western gateway; agricultural, bulk and general cargo |
| San-pedro | CISPY | San-pedro / — | City-level reference for western maritime activity |
| Fresco | CIFRE | Fresco / — | Coastal and regional cargo activity |
| Sassandra | CISAS | Bas-sassandra / — | Coastal and agricultural cargo activity |
| Tabou | CITAB | Tabou / — | Border-area coastal and regional activity |
| Sassandra | CIZSS | Sassandra / — | City-level reference for coastal operations |
Cote D'ivoire Port Codes and UN/LOCODEs
City-Level and Terminal-Level References
Different codes can represent a city-level location and a specific port or terminal reference. The sample includes both CIABJ and CIABI for Abidjan, so the exact code should be checked against the bill of lading and carrier booking.
How to Verify a Port Code
Verify the location against the UNECE UN/LOCODE resources and compare it with the searchable Ecer Freight port directory before preparing shipping documents.
Shipping from Cote D'ivoire: Main Trade Lanes
Transit times are indicative planning ranges and depend on the carrier, transshipment schedule, equipment availability, port congestion, customs formalities and final destination.
Cote D'ivoire to Northern Europe
Containerized cocoa, cashew, rubber, food products and manufactured cargo move between Cote D'ivoire and Northern European gateways.
Cote D'ivoire to Mediterranean
Regular West Africa services connect Cote D'ivoire with Mediterranean hubs and markets for consumer goods, machinery and agricultural exports.
Cote D'ivoire to Asia
Asia–West Africa services carry machinery, electronics, vehicles, textiles and consumer products into the Cote D'ivoire market.
Cote D'ivoire to West and East Africa
Regional services support coastal distribution, project cargo and connections with neighboring West African markets, subject to service rotation.
Data Sources and Methodology
The page separates Ecer Freight indexed coverage from national port statistics and uses the latest reviewed information available for the Nov 2026 snapshot.
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party indexed coverage of 11 Cote D'ivoire ports and terminals, snapshot Nov 2026.
- UNECE — UN/LOCODE structure and location-code reference framework.
- Port Autonome d'Abidjan — official Abidjan port information and operational context.
- Port Autonome de San Pedro — official San Pedro port information and western-corridor context.
- Government of Cote D'ivoire — national institutional context; 2025 statistical values are included only where publicly comparable and verified.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cote D'ivoire Ports
How many seaports does Cote D'ivoire have?
Cote D'ivoire has 11 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the Nov 2026 database snapshot.
What is the largest port in Cote D'ivoire?
Abidjan is generally the largest and busiest commercial port in Cote D'ivoire, with CIABJ and CIABI appearing in the indexed sample.
What is the UN/LOCODE prefix for Cote D'ivoire?
The UN/LOCODE country prefix for Cote D'ivoire is CI. Sample location codes include CIABJ, CIABI and CISPE.
Which regions are important for Cote D'ivoire sea freight?
Abidjan is the main container and industrial gateway, while San Pedro is the principal western port cluster. Smaller coastal locations support regional and local maritime activity.
Are the port figures on this page current?
The indexed-port count reflects the Nov 2026 snapshot. Throughput and infrastructure statistics are reviewed against public releases and should be confirmed with the relevant port authority for shipment-critical decisions.
How can a shipper request a freight quote from Cote D'ivoire?
Shippers can request indicative FCL or LCL pricing through the relevant Ecer Freight rate-search page. Final pricing is subject to cargo details, equipment, sailing schedule, routing and destination charges.
This country guide combines Ecer Freight first-party port indexing with public institutional and port-authority references. Port-code coverage is maintained as the directory changes, while trade-lane guidance and public statistics are reviewed quarterly or when authoritative updates become available.
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