1. Vessel-Related Charges (Mandatory)
– Tonnage Dues:
– 0.12 USD/GT for vessels <10,000 GT – 0.10 USD/GT for vessels ≥10,000 GT – Minimum charge: 500 USD (DPRK Maritime Regulation No. 15-2019) – Port Dues: – Base fee: 0.08 USD/GT – Additional 20% for vessels carrying hazardous cargo (IMO Class 1-9) – Pilotage Fees: – Compulsory for all foreign vessels – Entry/Exit: 0.15 USD/GT (min 500 USD) – Shifting between berths: 0.10 USD/GT (min 300 USD) – Night operations (2000-0600): +30% surcharge – Tugboat Fees: – Standard tugs (2000-3000 HP): 600 USD/hour – High-power tugs (>3000 HP): 900 USD/hour
– Minimum engagement: 2 hours
– Berthage Fees:
– General cargo berths: 0.05 USD/GT/day
– Bulk cargo berths: 0.04 USD/GT/day
– Oil terminal: 0.07 USD/GT/day
– Mooring/Unmooring:
– Standard vessels: 60 USD/operation
– VLCC/ULCC: 120 USD/operation
– Light Dues:
– Annual payment option: 0.015 USD/GT
– Single call payment: 0.025 USD/GT
– Quarantine Fees:
– Standard inspection: 250 USD
– Additional sanitation measures: +150 USD (WHO IHR Article 27)
– Customs Clearance:
– Basic processing: 180 USD
– Additional declarations: 50 USD/item
– Barge Operations:
– Standard barge: 150 USD/hour
– Specialized equipment barge: 200 USD/hour
– Cargo Handling:
– Hatches: 35 USD/hatch (open/close)
– Bulk cargo trimming: 3.00 USD/ton (IMO BC Code compliant)
– Oil Pollution Prevention:
– Basic containment: 450 USD/day
– Emergency response equipment: +300 USD/day
2. Service Charges (Operational)
– Waste Management:
– Solid waste:
– <5 m³: 120 USD – 5-15 m³: 20 USD/m³ – >15 m³: 15 USD/m³
– Oil sludge: 350 USD/ton (MARPOL Annex I compliance)
– Vessel Surveys:
– On-hire/off-hire: 400 USD (DNV/ABS standard)
– Special inspections: 150 USD/hour
– Fumigation Services:
– Complete vessel: 950 USD
– Per hold: 200 USD
– Port Services:
– Crew launch: 50 USD/trip (max 10 persons)
– Emergency fireboat standby: 250 USD/hour
– Security:
– ISPS compliance fee: 0.025 USD/GT (min 150 USD)
– Armed guards (if required): 80 USD/guard/day
– Utilities:
– Fresh water: 6 USD/ton (min 30 tons)
– Shore power: 0.18 USD/kWh (440V/60Hz)
– Technical gases: Market price +15% service fee
3. Agency & Crew Services
– Ship Agency:
– Full service: 0.18 USD/GT (min 600 USD)
– Additional port calls: +30%
– Cargo Documentation:
– Tallying: 0.60 USD/ton
– Cargo manifests: 50 USD/document
– Crew Facilities:
– Medical inspection: 60 USD/person
– Shore passes: 25 USD/person
– Crew changes: 150 USD/processing fee
– Communications:
– Priority VHF channels: 20 USD/day
– Satellite bandwidth: 10 USD/MB
4. Cargo Operations (Detailed)
– Cargo Dues:
– General cargo: 1.00 USD/ton
– Bulk commodities: 0.70 USD/ton
– Dangerous goods: +50% surcharge
– Stevedoring:
– Bulk loading/unloading: 4.00 USD/ton
– Breakbulk operations: 6.50 USD/ton
– Container handling: 25 USD/TEU
– Storage Facilities:
– Open storage: 0.25 USD/m²/day
– Covered warehouses: 0.60 USD/m²/day
– Refrigerated areas: 1.20 USD/m²/day
– Special Cargo:
– Heavy lifts (>50 tons): +100% base rate
– Oversized cargo: Special quotation required
5. Passenger & Special Vessels
– Cruise Ships:
– Passenger fee: 3 USD/person
– Terminal charge: 0.50 USD/GT
– Fishing Vessels:
– Reduced tonnage dues: 50% discount
– Special ice handling: 200 USD/day
– Naval/Research Vessels:
– Diplomatic clearance required
– Security escort mandatory
6. Additional Regulations
– Operational Restrictions:
– No night navigation without pilot
– Hazardous cargo operations: daylight only
– Mandatory pre-arrival notification: 72 hours
– Environmental Compliance:
– Zero discharge policy (MARPOL)
– Mandatory garbage logs
– Oil record book inspections
– Emergency Protocols:
– Port control VHF channel: 16/12
– Medical evacuation: 500 USD base fee
– Pollution fines: Up to 50,000 USD per incident
Cost Management Strategies
1. Advanced booking discount (10% for services confirmed 7+ days prior)
2. Combined port stays reduce multiple entry fees
3. Local currency payment option (5% discount)
4. Groupage cargo rate optimization
5. Off-season discounts (November-March)
Critical Notes
– All fees subject to 12% VAT (non-recoverable)
– Payment methods: Cash (USD), Letter of Credit only
– Dispute resolution through Pyongyang Maritime Court
– Non-compliance penalties up to 200% of base fees
– Mandatory use of approved local suppliers for bunkering
