LC Prefix and Three-Letter Location Code
Saint Lucia uses the LC country prefix in UN/LOCODE. The three-letter location element identifies a named port or location, such as LCCAS for Castries and LCVXF for Vieux Fort.
Seaports in Saint Lucia: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Saint Lucia has 4 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, serving Caribbean cruise, breakbulk, containerized and general cargo connections.
Review Saint Lucia port codes, cargo roles, regional coverage and indicative shipping connections in one country-level reference.
Saint Lucia Port Overview
Saint Lucia is a small Caribbean island market whose maritime network combines the commercial facilities around Castries with southern-coast access at Vieux Fort. Indexed coverage and publicly reported national throughput are separate measures.
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Saint Lucia ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
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National maritime cargo volume, 2025; YoY change not published in a comparable public series
Saint Lucia port authorities · 2025
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Container throughput, 2025; YoY change not published in a comparable public series
Official public series not identified · 2025
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Commercial berths, 2025; YoY change not published in a comparable public series
Saint Lucia port authorities · 2025
How many seaports does Saint Lucia have?
Saint Lucia has 4 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its Nov 2026 database snapshot.
Which is the main port area in Saint Lucia?
Castries is the principal indexed port area, led by Castries (LCCAS) and the St.lucia entry (LCSTL), subject to facility-specific operating definitions.
Which area handles Saint Lucia's southern cargo activity?
Vieux Fort (LCVXF) represents the main southern indexed cargo location, complementing the Castries cluster and serving cargo flows linked to the island's southern region.
Top Ports in Saint Lucia by Indexed Activity
The table follows Ecer Freight's country sample order, which reflects indexed business activity rather than a global TEU league-table ranking. Publicly comparable 2025 throughput and year-on-year figures are not consistently disclosed for these individual Saint Lucia entries.
Indexed Saint Lucia port and terminal sample
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Castries | LCCAS | — | — | Castries |
| — | Vieux Fort | LCVXF | — | — | Southern Saint Lucia |
| — | St.lucia | LCSTL | — | — | Castries |
| — | Soufriere | LCSOU | — | — | Castries |
Saint Lucia Port Regions and Cargo Roles
Castries Commercial Cluster
The Castries cluster is the principal indexed maritime grouping in the country and supports general cargo, cruise and regional distribution functions.
Ports in the Castries commercial cluster
Southern Saint Lucia
Vieux Fort provides the indexed southern gateway and may be relevant for cargo originating from or destined for the island's southern economic area.
Ports in the southern Saint Lucia grouping
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vieux Fort | LCVXF | Vieux Fort / — | Southern cargo gateway and general freight |
Saint Lucia UN/LOCODE Guide
City-Level and Terminal-Level References
A city-level code may represent a wider port area, while a terminal or facility reference can identify a more specific operating location. Booking documents should be checked against the carrier's current routing instructions.
How to Verify a Port Code
Compare the code with the current UN/LOCODE reference and then confirm the operational location in the carrier booking system or the Ecer Freight port directory. The UNECE official website is a useful reference point.
Shipping from Saint Lucia: Main Trade Lanes
Saint Lucia to North America
Caribbean services can connect Saint Lucia cargo with United States and Canadian gateways through direct calls or transshipment, depending on the carrier and sailing schedule.
Saint Lucia to the Caribbean
Regional feeder and short-sea services support movement between Saint Lucia and neighboring Caribbean markets, with schedules varying by season and equipment availability.
Saint Lucia to Europe
Europe-bound cargo generally moves through Caribbean hubs or transshipment points before continuing to Northern European and Mediterranean ports.
Saint Lucia to Latin America
Trade with Latin American markets may use Caribbean relay hubs and can be arranged as full-container or consolidated cargo depending on shipment volume.
Data Sources and Methodology
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party indexed coverage of 4 Saint Lucia ports and terminals, snapshot reviewed in Nov 2026.
- UNECE — UN/LOCODE framework and location-code reference methodology.
- National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency — nautical and port-reference context used for location verification.
- Saint Lucia Air and Sea Ports Authority — official port-sector context and facility information.
- Saint Lucia Statistical Department — national statistical context where publicly available and comparable.
Saint Lucia Port FAQ
How many seaports does Saint Lucia have?
Saint Lucia has 4 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the Nov 2026 database snapshot.
What is the main port in Saint Lucia?
Castries is the main indexed port area, with Castries (LCCAS) ranked first in the Ecer Freight country sample by indexed activity. Facility roles and schedules should be confirmed before booking.
What are the Saint Lucia port codes?
The indexed codes are LCCAS for Castries, LCVXF for Vieux Fort, LCSTL for St.lucia and LCSOU for Soufriere.
Which regions are covered by Saint Lucia ports?
The indexed network covers the Castries commercial cluster and the southern Saint Lucia gateway at Vieux Fort. Soufriere is also included in the database sample.
Are 2025 Saint Lucia port throughput figures available?
A consistent, publicly reported 2025 TEU series was not identified for each indexed Saint Lucia port. The database count of 4 is a separate first-party coverage measure and should not be treated as a throughput ranking.
How can a shipment from Saint Lucia be quoted?
A freight quote should specify the cargo type, origin, destination, equipment, weight, dimensions, readiness date and preferred service. FCL and LCL options can be reviewed through the relevant Ecer Freight rate pages.
Editorial note: Port names and UN/LOCODEs are drawn from the Ecer Freight Ports Database. Public port statistics are reviewed against available official or recognized reference sources, while indexed port coverage and page content are updated on a scheduled quarterly basis. Transit times are indicative and subject to carrier routing, transshipment, port conditions and documentation.
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