1. Vessel-Related Charges (Mandatory)
1.1 Tonnage Dues:
– 0.05 USD per GRT per day for cargo vessels (MPA Tariff 2023 Section 2.1)
– 0.03 USD per GRT per day for tankers (MPA Notice 8/2022)
1.2 Port Dues:
– Foreign vessels: 0.025 USD per GRT (MPA Circular 12/2022)
– Coastal vessels: 0.015 USD per GRT
1.3 Pilotage:
– Entrance: 0.035 USD per GRT (min 300 USD, max 2,500 USD)
– Shifting: 0.02 USD per GRT (min 200 USD, max 1,500 USD)
– Emergency pilotage: +50% surcharge
1.4 Towage:
– Standard: 0.04 USD per GRT (min 400 USD, max 3,000 USD)
– Night operations: +30% surcharge
– Standby: 100 USD per hour
1.5 Berth Hire Charges:
– General cargo: 0.015 USD per GRT per day
– Container berths: 0.018 USD per GRT per day
1.6 Mooring/Unmooring:
– Daytime: 100 USD per operation
– Night (1800-0600): 150 USD per operation
1.7 Light Dues: 0.005 USD per GRT (MPA Notice 5/2021)
1.8 Quarantine:
– Vessel inspection: 50 USD
– Crew inspection: 10 USD/person (Port Health Rules 2018)
1.9 Customs Clearance:
– Standard: 75 USD per vessel
– Express clearance: 150 USD (Customs Act Amendment 2020)
1.10 Barge Handling: 25 USD per barge movement (min 2 barges)
1.11 Hatch Operations:
– Opening/Closing: 50 USD per hatch (min 200 USD)
– Special hatch: 75 USD (refrigerated/ventilated)
1.12 Trimming Charges:
– Bulk cargo: 0.75 USD per metric ton
– Dangerous goods: +25% surcharge
1.13 Oil Boom:
– Deployment: 200 USD initial setup
– Daily maintenance: 50 USD/day
– Emergency deployment: +100% surcharge
2. Safety & Environmental Services
2.1 Garbage Fee:
– <1m³: 50 USD
– 1-5m³: 100 USD
– >5m³: 200 USD (MPA Environmental Regulation 2020)
2.2 Inspection Fees:
– Delivery/Redelivery: 150 USD
– Safety equipment: 200 USD per inspection
– Special surveys: 300 USD per surveyor/day
2.3 Fumigation:
– Standard vessels: 300-800 USD based on GRT
– Grain carriers: +20% surcharge
2.4 Fire Services:
– Standby: 100 USD per hour
– Actual firefighting: 500 USD/hour + consumables
2.5 ISPS Charges:
– Standard: 0.002 USD per GRT (min 100 USD, max 500 USD)
– Additional security: 200 USD per guard/day
2.6 Pollution Control:
– Oil spill response team standby: 200 USD/day
– Cleanup operations: 500 USD/day + equipment
3. Crew & Operational Services
3.1 Crew Expenses:
– Shore passes: 5 USD per crew (Immigration Rule 12B)
– Medical inspection: 15 USD per person
– Crew changes: 25 USD processing fee
3.2 Communication:
– Radio dispatch: 10 USD per message
– Priority communication: 25 USD
– Postage: Actual cost + 10% handling
3.3 Provisions:
– Handling fee: 3% of total value
– Cold storage: 10 USD per pallet/day
3.4 Fresh Water:
– Standard supply: 2.5 USD/ton (min 50 USD)
– Emergency supply: +50% surcharge
3.5 Bunkering:
– Service charge: 5% of fuel value
– Bunker survey: 150 USD per survey
4. Cargo Handling & Storage
4.1 Cargo Dues:
– Export: 0.75 USD per metric ton
– Import: 1.25 USD per metric ton
– DG cargo: +30% surcharge
4.2 Wharfage:
– General cargo: 0.30 USD per metric ton
– Containers: 0.50 USD per TEU
4.3 Storage:
– Days 1-5: Free
– Days 6-10: 0.10 USD/ton/day
– Days 11+: 0.20 USD/ton/day
– Bonded warehouse: +15% surcharge
4.4 Stevedoring:
– General cargo: 3.5 USD/ton
– Containers: 4.0 USD/TEU
– Breakbulk: 4.5 USD/ton
4.5 Equipment:
– Mobile crane: 25 USD/hour (min 4 hours)
– Forklift: 15 USD/hour
– Conveyor belt: 30 USD/hour
4.6 Lashing:
– Containers: 1.50 USD per unit
– Project cargo: 2.50 USD per lashing point
5. Passenger & Special Vessels
5.1 Ferry Charges:
– Domestic: 0.10 USD per passenger
– International: 0.25 USD per passenger
5.2 Cruise Ships:
– Port fees: 1.00 USD per passenger (min 500 USD)
– Garbage disposal: 200 USD fixed fee
5.3 Naval Vessels:
– Exempt from port dues
– Service charges apply normally
6. Agency & Administrative
6.1 Agency Fees:
– Standard: 0.5-1% of total disbursement (min 500 USD)
– 24/7 service: +20% surcharge
6.2 Documentation:
– Bill of Entry: 25 USD
– Certificate of Origin: 15 USD
6.3 Tally Services:
– Manual tally: 0.15 USD per package (min 100 USD)
– Electronic tally: 0.10 USD per package
Safety Critical Notes:
– All hazardous cargo operations require prior approval from Port Safety Officer
– Night navigation restricted to vessels <200m LOA without special permission
– Mandatory pre-departure stability checks for bulk carriers
– Oil tankers must maintain 24/7 watch during cargo operations
– Emergency contact: Port Control VHF Channel 16 (official only)
Cost Optimization:
– Submit pre-arrival documentation 72h prior to ETA to avoid delays
– Consolidate waste disposal to minimize handling fees
– Request combined services (e.g., pilot+tug) when possible
– Verify all meter readings (water/bunkers) with independent surveyor
– Book shore passes in advance to avoid expedited fees




