Global Port Directory

Melbourne Port Code (AUMEL)

Melbourne, Australia uses UN/LOCODE AUMEL. Find its location, port type, coordinates, aliases, and related shipping routes.

UN/LOCODE
AUMEL
Country
Australia
Type
both
Region
Oceania

Melbourne is listed in CargoEnter's port directory under UN/LOCODE AUMEL. The code combines the ISO country code AU with a three-character location identifier.

UN/LOCODE values help normalize port references across carrier milestones, shipping documents, and route data. Always confirm the terminal or facility when a city contains multiple cargo locations.

Browse related port-to-port routes to review approximate routing and transit-time context.

Shipping routes through Melbourne

13 routes are listed for Melbourne.

  • Dubai to Melbourne: 20–28 days by sea.
  • Hamburg to Melbourne: 32–42 days by sea.
  • Hong Kong to Melbourne: 16–24 days by sea.
  • Ningbo to Melbourne: 16–24 days by sea.
  • Rotterdam to Melbourne: 32–42 days by sea.
  • Shanghai to Melbourne: 16–24 days by sea.
  • Shenzhen to Melbourne: 16–24 days by sea.
  • Singapore to Melbourne: 10–16 days by sea.

Container depots in Melbourne

Confirm the assigned depot in your carrier release instructions.

Documents for cargo through Australia

Customs authority: Australian Border Force (ABF). Estimated clearance time: 1-5 business days, longer for biosecurity inspections.

  • Commercial Invoice (required): AUD or origin currency values
  • Packing List (required): Detailed contents list
  • Bill of Lading / Air Waybill (required): Transport document
  • Import Declaration (required): Filed via ICS
  • Biosecurity Import Permit: For goods requiring biosecurity clearance

Customs in Australia

Australian Border Force (ABF) manages customs with efficient electronic systems. Import duty varies by product and origin (FTA benefits available). GST is 10%. Strict biosecurity requirements - all food, plant, and animal products require inspection. Many products require standards certification.

Wood packaging rules for Australia

Australia requires ISPM 15 treated and marked wood packaging, such as pallets and crates. Treatment methods: Heat Treatment (HT), Methyl Bromide (MB) - restricted to certain uses.

Holidays that can affect this cargo

Check the dates for the current year and allow extra time around them.

  • Christmas Period (Australia): high impact, customs closed, ports closed.
  • Australia Day (Australia): medium impact, customs closed, ports closed.

Using this port reference

Use the UN/LOCODE and coordinates on this page to normalize Melbourne Port Code (AUMEL) in bookings, route data, milestone imports, and shipping documents. Confirm the exact terminal because one port area can contain several facilities.

Data limitations

Directory information supports route identification and planning. It is not a live berth schedule, terminal appointment system, or substitute for instructions from the carrier and terminal operator.

Shipping routes for Melbourne

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Frequently asked questions

What is the port code for Melbourne?

The UN/LOCODE for Melbourne, Australia is AUMEL.

Does the port code identify the terminal?

No. A UN/LOCODE identifies the port or location. Confirm the exact terminal with the carrier or terminal operator.