TL Prefix and Three-Letter Port Code
A Timor-leste UN/LOCODE begins with the ISO country prefix TL followed by a three-letter location identifier. The indexed Dili code is TPDIL.
Seaports in Timor-leste: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Timor-leste has 1 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, with Dili serving as the country’s principal maritime gateway for international and regional cargo.
Use the country-level port directory to review available UN/LOCODE records and compare international shipping options.
Timor-leste Port Overview
Timor-leste has a small maritime network centered on Dili. Ecer Freight’s indexed coverage is separate from national port rankings and does not represent the total number of facilities that may operate under local, coastal or project-cargo arrangements.
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Timor-leste ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
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Official cargo volume, tonnes, 2025; YoY change not published
MOT 2025 public statistics
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Official container throughput, TEU, 2025; YoY change not published
MOT 2025 public statistics
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Official commercial berth count, 2025; YoY change not published
MOT 2025 public statistics
How many seaports does Timor-leste have?
Timor-leste has 1 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its Nov 2026 database snapshot.
What is the main port in Timor-leste?
Dili is the principal indexed maritime gateway in Timor-leste and is identified in the database by UN/LOCODE TPDIL.
Which area handles most of Timor-leste’s seaborne cargo?
The Dili coastal area is the country’s principal international cargo zone in the indexed dataset, represented by Dili, code TPDIL.
Top Ports in Timor-leste by Indexed Coverage
This table lists the single Timor-leste port record available in the Ecer Freight sample. A global TEU rank and a verified 2025 throughput series are not publicly available for this port in the reviewed sources.
Indexed port and available 2025 throughput indicators
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Dili | TPDIL | — | — | Dili coastal area |
Timor-leste Port Regions
Dili Coastal Gateway
Dili is the only Timor-leste port record in the supplied Ecer Freight sample. It functions as the primary indexed gateway for containerized, general and project cargo subject to vessel schedules, port handling capacity and customs requirements.
Port records by city and cargo role
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dili | TPDIL | Dili / — | International gateway, general cargo and regional shipping |
Timor-leste Port Codes and UN/LOCODEs
City-Level and Terminal-Level Codes
A city-level code can represent a wider port or logistics location, while an individual terminal may use a more specific location record where one is officially assigned. The available sample contains the Dili record only.
How to Verify a Port Code
Cross-check the location name and country prefix through the UNECE UN/LOCODE resource and compare the result with the Ecer Freight port directory before preparing shipping documents.
Shipping from Timor-leste: Main Trade Lanes
Timor-leste freight movements are generally routed through Dili and connected to larger regional services. Transit times are indicative only and depend on transshipment, sailing frequency, equipment availability, port operations and customs clearance.
Timor-leste to Southeast Asia
Regional container and general-cargo services commonly connect Dili with Southeast Asian gateway networks.
Timor-leste to China
China-bound cargo generally relies on regional feeder connections and transshipment through established Asian hubs.
Timor-leste to Australia
Australia-related cargo may use regional shipping links, with schedules varying by commodity, equipment and port calls.
Timor-leste Import and Export Feeder Services
Small-volume or irregular shipments may require feeder, consolidation or project-cargo planning through a regional transshipment hub.
Data Sources and Methodology
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party indexed coverage of 1 Timor-leste port or terminal record, snapshot reviewed in Nov 2026.
- UNECE — UN/LOCODE structure and location-code reference framework.
- National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency — navigational and maritime location reference material.
- Government of Timor-leste — official government information and publicly available transport context.
- Timor-Leste General Directorate of Statistics — official statistical context where published; port-specific throughput and berth series may not be available.
Timor-leste Port FAQ
How many seaports does Timor-leste have?
Timor-leste has 1 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight as of the Nov 2026 data snapshot.
What is the largest or busiest port in Timor-leste?
Dili is the principal indexed maritime gateway and is listed under UN/LOCODE TPDIL. A verified national port league table based on 2025 TEU data is not publicly available in the reviewed sources.
What is the port code for Dili?
The indexed UN/LOCODE for Dili is TPDIL, using the TL country prefix and the DIL location identifier.
Which region handles Timor-leste sea freight?
The Dili coastal area is the principal indexed sea-freight zone in Timor-leste. Service availability depends on vessel schedules, transshipment and cargo type.
How current is the Timor-leste port data?
The Ecer Freight database snapshot is dated Nov 2026. Public operational and throughput data are reviewed against the latest available sources, with page content reviewed quarterly.
Can I request a freight quote from Timor-leste?
Yes. Shippers can request indicative FCL or LCL rates using the freight quote services linked on this page. Final pricing remains subject to cargo details, sailing schedule, equipment, routing and local charges.
Editorial note: Port-code coverage is based on the Ecer Freight Ports Database snapshot for Nov 2026. Public cargo, TEU and berth indicators are incorporated only where a reliable official or widely recognized source is available; operational schedules and port conditions can change and are reviewed quarterly.
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