FM Prefix and Three-Character Location Code
UN/LOCODEs for Micronesia, Federated States Of use the country prefix FM followed by a three-character location identifier, such as FMKOS for Kosrae and FMPON for Pohnpei.
Seaports in Micronesia, Federated States Of: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Micronesia, Federated States Of has 9 ports and terminals indexed, serving dispersed island communities through a small but strategically important network of Pacific maritime gateways.
Review UN/LOCODE references, port coverage, regional roles and indicative shipping connections for Micronesia, Federated States Of.
Micronesia, Federated States Of Port Overview
The Federated States of Micronesia is an island federation whose maritime supply chain depends on inter-island services and transshipment links through the wider western Pacific. Indexed coverage is an Ecer Freight database measure and should not be interpreted as a national port-count or a container-port league ranking.
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Micronesia, Federated States Of ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
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Official cargo tonnage, 2025; YoY change not published in a consolidated public series
FSM official statistics · 2025
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Official container throughput, 2025; YoY change not published
FSM official statistics · 2025
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National berth total, 2025; YoY change not published
FSM port and transport sources · 2025
How many seaports does Micronesia, Federated States Of have?
Micronesia, Federated States Of has 9 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its November 2026 database snapshot.
Which port is the main commercial gateway?
Pohnpei is generally regarded as a principal commercial gateway for Micronesia, Federated States Of; the indexed Pohnpei records include FMPON and FMPNI. Comparative port throughput is not consistently published as a national league table.
Which areas handle the main maritime cargo flows?
The main cargo flows are distributed among Pohnpei, Kosrae, Yap, Chuuk and Ebeye, including FMPON, FMKOS, FMYAP, FMTKK and FMEBE, with services subject to vessel schedules and island demand.
Top Ports and Terminals in Micronesia, Federated States Of
This table shows the leading indexed port records by the supplied Ecer Freight activity order. A comparable 2025 TEU league table is not publicly consolidated for these small island facilities, so rank, throughput and YoY fields remain uniformly unreported rather than estimated.
Indexed port records and available 2025 throughput fields
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Kosrae | FMKOS | — | — | Kosrae |
| — | Yap | FMYAP | — | — | Yap |
| — | Pohnpei | FMPNI | — | — | Pohnpei |
| — | Ebeye | FMEBE | — | — | Marshall Islands-facing western Pacific services |
| — | Pohnpei | FMPON | — | — | Pohnpei |
| — | Chuuk (truk) | FMTKK | — | — | Chuuk |
| — | Kosrae (ex Kusaie) | FMKSA | — | — | Kosrae |
| — | Tinian Island | FMTNI | — | — | Tinian Island |
| — | Truk Island | FMTRI | — | — | Chuuk |
Regional Port Groups
Eastern Island Gateways
Kosrae and the related Kosrae record support the eastern part of the federation and its scheduled maritime supply requirements.
Eastern island port records
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kosrae | FMKOS | Kosrae / — | Island supply cargo and general freight |
| Kosrae (ex Kusaie) | FMKSA | — / — | Alternative or historical Kosrae code record |
Central Federation Gateways
Pohnpei and Chuuk form important central-island service points for public-sector, commercial and consumer cargo.
Central island port records
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pohnpei | FMPNI | Pohnpei / — | General cargo and containerized supply flows |
| Pohnpei | FMPON | Pohnpei / — | Principal commercial gateway record |
| Chuuk (truk) | FMTKK | Chuuk (truk) / — | Island supply and general maritime cargo |
| Truk Island | FMTRI | Chuuk / — | Alternative Chuuk-area port record |
Western and Northern Service Points
Yap, Ebeye and Tinian Island records represent geographically dispersed service points connected to wider Pacific shipping networks.
Western and northern port records
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yap | FMYAP | Yap / — | Island supply cargo and general freight |
| Ebeye | FMEBE | Ebeye / — | Local distribution and general cargo services |
| Tinian Island | FMTNI | — / — | Island logistics and general maritime access |
Micronesia, Federated States Of Port Codes
City-Level and Terminal-Level Records
A city-level port record may cover a wider maritime area, while a terminal-level record can identify a particular operating location or an alternative name. Duplicate-looking records should therefore be checked against the code, name and service context.
How to Verify a Port Code
Verify the FM prefix and location suffix against the UNECE reference framework, then compare the result with the Ecer Freight port directory before preparing shipping documents.
Shipping from Micronesia, Federated States Of: Main Trade Lanes
Micronesia, Federated States Of relies mainly on scheduled feeder, regional liner and transshipment connections. Transit times are indicative only and depend on sailing frequency, transshipment choices, weather and berth operations.
Micronesia to East Asia
General cargo and containerized shipments can move from Pohnpei, Yap or Chuuk through regional services toward major East Asian hubs.
Micronesia to Guam and the Western Pacific
Guam commonly functions as a regional logistics and transshipment connection for island-bound consumer goods, project cargo and supplies.
Micronesia to North America
North American-bound freight generally uses a transshipment hub before continuing on a long-haul service, with equipment and booking availability requiring confirmation.
Inter-Island and Pacific Supply Services
Inter-island shipping supports food, fuel, construction materials, vehicles and household goods across the federation, often with limited sailing frequency.
Data Sources and Methodology
The page separates first-party indexed coverage from official national statistics and international code references. Where a consolidated public 2025 series could not be verified, the relevant metric is shown as unreported rather than estimated.
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party coverage of 9 Micronesia, Federated States Of port and terminal records, snapshot November 2026.
- UNECE — international UN/LOCODE structure and location-code reference framework.
- National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency — maritime geographic and navigational reference context.
- Federated States of Micronesia official statistical and transport sources — national cargo, container and infrastructure indicators where publicly released for 2025.
- Port and carrier schedule information — indicative routing and transit-time context, subject to carrier confirmation and operational changes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seaports does Micronesia, Federated States Of have?
Micronesia, Federated States Of has 9 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight as of the November 2026 database snapshot.
Which is the busiest port in Micronesia, Federated States Of?
Pohnpei is generally treated as a principal commercial gateway, with indexed records FMPON and FMPNI. A verified national 2025 throughput ranking is not publicly consolidated.
What port codes are used for Micronesia, Federated States Of?
Micronesia, Federated States Of uses the FM country prefix. Examples in the indexed dataset include FMKOS, FMYAP, FMPON, FMTKK and FMEBE.
What are the main port regions in Micronesia, Federated States Of?
The principal geographic groups are the eastern Kosrae area, the central Pohnpei and Chuuk area, and western or northern service points including Yap, Ebeye and Tinian Island.
How current is the Micronesia, Federated States Of port data?
The Ecer Freight coverage snapshot is dated November 2026, while the latest complete statistical reference year used for macro indicators is 2025. Carrier schedules and operating conditions remain subject to confirmation.
Are transit times from Micronesia, Federated States Of guaranteed?
No. Transit times are indicative and can change because of vessel rotations, transshipment, weather, port operations, equipment availability and documentation requirements.
How can shippers request a freight quotation?
Shippers can compare indicative FCL sea freight rates or LCL sea freight rates, then confirm the final routing, cargo details and sailing schedule with the forwarding provider.
Editorial note: Port records are drawn from the Ecer Freight database and reviewed against available UN/LOCODE, maritime reference and official statistical information. Coverage is reviewed quarterly; port names, schedules, throughput disclosures and operating conditions may change between updates.
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