Karwar Port
Karwar on the Karnataka coast works commercial cargo alongside a significant naval presence. Security procedures here are stricter than at comparable minor ports, and delivery access requires clearance well in advance.
Operational Notes for Karwar Port
Commercial cargo berths adjacent to a major naval establishment
Security clearance requirements stricter than comparable minor ports
Moderate draft serving coastal and regional trade
How We Supply This Port
Karwar deliveries are arranged with clearance sought ahead of the vessel's arrival, because same-day access requests are unlikely to succeed here.
Customs & Port Formalities in India
- 1
The vessel's agent files arrival documents through the Port Community System (PCS 1x); stores cannot be delivered before customs entry is granted.
- 2
Bonded and duty-free stores for foreign-going vessels are cleared with Indian Customs against a stores shipping bill — allow 24 to 48 hours.
- 3
ISPS port entry passes are required for all delivery personnel; photo identification and, at most Major Ports, prior verification apply.
- 4
Supplies to foreign-going vessels are zero-rated for GST against valid export documentation, which Marella issues with every invoice.
- 5
Garbage and sludge landing must be handled by a pollution-control-board authorised vendor against a signed MARPOL receipt.
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Operational Data
- Coordinates
- 14° 48' N, 74° 07' E
- Draft Limit
- 9.5m
- Status
- Operational 24/7
Indicative figures, published as a planning aid for procurement. They are not maintained in real time and are not for navigation or passage planning. Confirm with the vessel’s agent or the port authority before relying on them.
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