TN Prefix and Three-Letter Port Code
UN/LOCODEs for Tunisia begin with the ISO country prefix TN and are followed by a three-character location identifier. For example, Rades is listed as TNRAD.
Seaports in Tunisia: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Tunisia has 15 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, supporting Mediterranean container, general cargo, bulk, energy and regional ferry movements.
Explore Tunisia port codes, principal cargo gateways, regional coverage and indicative trade lanes for 2026 planning.
Tunisia Port Overview
Tunisia is a Mediterranean maritime gateway linking North African production and consumption centres with Europe, the central Mediterranean and wider global services. The indexed-port count is an Ecer Freight database coverage figure and is separate from national port-authority classifications.
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Tunisia ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
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Commercial-port cargo volume, tonnes, 2025; YoY: not published in a comparable national series
OMMP · 2025 national statistics
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Container throughput, TEU, 2025; YoY: not published as a comparable port-by-port series
OMMP · 2025 national statistics
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Commercial berths, 2025; YoY: classification varies by port and terminal
OMMP · 2025 port information
How many seaports does Tunisia have?
Tunisia has 15 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its November 2026 database snapshot. This is an indexed coverage count, not a claim about every national port facility.
Which is Tunisia's main commercial gateway?
Rades, identified by UN/LOCODE TNRAD, is generally treated as Tunisia's principal container and general-cargo gateway for the Tunis metropolitan market, subject to carrier service and terminal confirmation.
Which areas handle Tunisia's main maritime cargo flows?
The Tunis and Rades cluster, Sfax, Sousse, Bizerte and the southern energy corridor around La Skhirra and Gabes form the principal indexed cargo regions. Sfax is especially relevant to industrial, bulk and regional cargo movements.
Top Ports in Tunisia by Commercial Relevance
The following ports are ordered by the active-port sequence used in the Ecer Freight sample. A comparable 2025 TEU league table and port-level year-on-year series were not available in the supplied official dataset; therefore rank, throughput and YoY fields are left uniformly unreported rather than estimated.
Indexed leading ports and terminals, with 2025 public throughput fields shown only where a comparable figure is available.
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Rades | TNRAD | — | — | Tunis metropolitan area |
| — | Tunis | TNTNS | — | — | Tunis metropolitan area |
| — | Sfax | TNSFA | — | — | Central-east Tunisia |
| — | Sousse | TNSUS | — | — | Sahel coast |
| — | Sousse | TNSOS | — | — | Sahel coast |
| — | Bizerta | TNBIZ | — | — | North Tunisia |
| — | La Skhirra | TNLSK | — | — | Southern energy corridor |
| — | La Goulette | TNLGO | — | — | Tunis metropolitan area |
| — | Gabes | TNGAE | — | — | Gulf of Gabes |
Tunisia Port Regions and Cargo Roles
Tunis Metropolitan Area
The Tunis-area cluster serves the capital region and is the most relevant starting point for containerized and general-cargo enquiries connected with northern Tunisia.
Indexed ports and terminals in the Tunis metropolitan area.
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rades | TNRAD | Tunis / — | Container, general cargo and ro-ro gateway |
| Tunis | TNTNS | — / — | Urban and metropolitan port reference |
| Tunis | TNTUN | Tunis / — | Port and city-level maritime reference |
| La Goulette | TNLGO | La Goulette / — | Passenger, ferry and mixed port activity |
Central-East Coast
Sfax and Sousse support central Tunisian industry, distribution and regional maritime movements, with cargo profiles varying by terminal and service.
Indexed ports and terminals on the central-east coast.
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sfax | TNSFA | Sfax / — | Industrial, bulk, general cargo and regional trade |
| Sousse | TNSUS | Sousse / — | General cargo, distribution and passenger activity |
| Sousse | TNSOS | Sousse / — | City-level port reference and mixed cargo |
| Ashtart Terminal | TNAST | Sfax / — | Offshore energy terminal reference |
Northern Coast
Northern ports connect Tunisia's industrial and commercial hinterland with Mediterranean routes and short-sea services.
Indexed northern Tunisian ports.
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bizerta | TNBIZ | Bizerte / — | Industrial, bulk and general cargo activity |
| Menzel Bourguiba | TNMBA | Menzel Bourguiba / — | Industrial and local maritime support |
Southern Gulf and Energy Corridor
Southern terminals serve energy, chemical, industrial and island-related flows. Vessel acceptance and cargo handling should be confirmed for each shipment.
Indexed southern ports and terminals.
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Skhirra | TNLSK | La Skhirra / — | Energy and liquid bulk terminal activity |
| Gabes | TNGAE | Gabes / — | Chemical, industrial and bulk cargo |
| Gabes | TNGAB | Gabes / — | City-level port reference and industrial cargo |
| Djerba | TNDJE | Djerba / — | Island supply, passenger and local cargo |
| Djerba Island | TNDJI | Djerba Island / — | Island port reference and local maritime activity |
Tunisia Port Codes and UN/LOCODEs
City-Level and Terminal-Level Codes
A city-level code and a terminal or facility-level code may both appear in shipping systems. The correct selection depends on the bill of lading instruction, carrier booking and the actual load or discharge facility.
How to Verify a Code
Compare the code against the UNECE UN/LOCODE reference and then confirm the currently accepted code in the Ecer Freight port directory before booking.
Shipping from Tunisia: Main Trade Lanes
Indicative routing below reflects common Mediterranean and long-haul planning patterns. Transit times depend on sailing schedules, transshipment, equipment availability, customs processes and final delivery location.
Tunisia to Italy
Frequent short-sea and feeder connections support manufactured goods, machinery, food products and mixed container cargo.
Tunisia to France
France is a major European trade partner for Tunisian industrial, automotive, retail and agricultural supply chains.
Tunisia to Spain
Spain-bound services can support consumer goods, components, agricultural cargo and transshipment into Atlantic networks.
Tunisia to Asia and North America
Long-haul exports and imports generally move through Mediterranean hub connections, with routing selected by cargo type and final destination.
Data Sources and Methodology
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party coverage of 15 Tunisia ports and terminals in the November 2026 database snapshot.
- UNECE — UN/LOCODE structure and location-code validation reference.
- Office of the Merchant Marine and Ports — Tunisia port administration, cargo and infrastructure reference.
- Tunisian Ministry of Transport — national transport policy and public-sector maritime context.
- National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency — nautical and port-reference context used for operational cross-checking.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tunisia Ports
How many seaports does Tunisia have?
Tunisia has 15 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the November 2026 database snapshot. The figure represents indexed coverage and should not be interpreted as a universal statutory count.
What is the main container port in Tunisia?
Rades, code TNRAD, is generally the principal container and general-cargo gateway serving the Tunis metropolitan area. Vessel and terminal acceptance should be confirmed for each booking.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Rades?
The Ecer Freight directory lists Rades under the Tunisia UN/LOCODE TNRAD. Always compare the code with the carrier booking and shipping-document instructions.
Which Tunisia port regions are important for cargo?
The main indexed clusters are the Tunis metropolitan area, the central-east coast around Sfax and Sousse, the northern coast around Bizerta, and the southern Gulf and energy corridor around La Skhirra and Gabes.
Are the Tunisia port figures current?
The indexed-port count is based on the November 2026 Ecer Freight snapshot. Official cargo and infrastructure figures are shown by reference year where available, with 2025 treated as the latest complete statistical year.
How can a shipper request a Tunisia sea-freight rate?
Provide the origin and destination, port or terminal, commodity, container size, gross weight, ready date and Incoterms when requesting an FCL or LCL quotation. Schedules, equipment and transshipment options remain subject to carrier confirmation.
Should a port code be confirmed before booking?
Yes. City-level and terminal-level codes can differ, and the accepted code may depend on the carrier, terminal and shipping document. Confirm the code against the current booking instruction before cargo release.
Editorial note: Tunisia port coverage is based on the Ecer Freight first-party database snapshot for November 2026. National cargo, TEU and infrastructure references are reviewed against available official or institutional sources, while routing information is indicative and updated as carrier schedules and port conditions change.
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