Global Port Directory

Ho Chi Minh City Port Code (VNSGN)

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam uses UN/LOCODE VNSGN. Find its location, port type, coordinates, aliases, and related shipping routes.

UN/LOCODE
VNSGN
Country
Vietnam
Type
both
Region
Asia
Also known as
Cat Lai, Saigon

Ho Chi Minh City is listed in CargoEnter's port directory under UN/LOCODE VNSGN. The code combines the ISO country code VN 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 Ho Chi Minh City

33 routes are listed for Ho Chi Minh City.

  • Ho Chi Minh City to Antwerp: 20–30 days by sea.
  • Ho Chi Minh City to Busan: 4–8 days by sea.
  • Ho Chi Minh City to Charleston: 18–26 days by sea.
  • Ho Chi Minh City to Felixstowe: 20–30 days by sea.
  • Ho Chi Minh City to Hamburg: 20–30 days by sea.
  • Ho Chi Minh City to Hong Kong: 4–8 days by sea.
  • Ho Chi Minh City to Le Havre: 20–30 days by sea.
  • Ho Chi Minh City to Long Beach: 18–26 days by sea.

Container depots in Ho Chi Minh City

Confirm the assigned depot in your carrier release instructions.

Documents for cargo through Vietnam

Customs authority: General Department of Vietnam Customs. Estimated clearance time: 1-5 days depending on channel.

  • Commercial Invoice (required): English or Vietnamese
  • Packing List (required): Detailed contents
  • Bill of Lading / Air Waybill (required): Transport document
  • Customs Declaration (required): Via VNACCS

Customs in Vietnam

Vietnam Customs (GDVC) uses VNACCS electronic system. Import duties vary significantly by product. VAT is 10% standard. FTA benefits require proper documentation. Used machinery and vehicles face restrictions. Some products require specialized import licenses.

Wood packaging rules for Vietnam

Vietnam requires ISPM 15 treated and marked wood packaging, such as pallets and crates. Treatment methods: Heat Treatment (HT), Methyl Bromide (MB).

Free trade zones in Vietnam

Using this port reference

Use the UN/LOCODE and coordinates on this page to normalize Ho Chi Minh City Port Code (VNSGN) 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 Ho Chi Minh City

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Frequently asked questions

What is the port code for Ho Chi Minh City?

The UN/LOCODE for Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is VNSGN.

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.