Seaport fees are mandatory costs that import-export businesses incur when using services at Vietnam’s ports. Below is the latest information on fee types, specific rates, and key updates at major ports in 2025.

1. Key Types of Port Fees

Businesses utilizing seaport services will encounter the following fees:

• Mooring fee: Calculated based on the vessel’s size and docking duration.
• Container transfer fee: Costs for moving containers from ship to yard or yard to ship.
• Storage fee: Charged for containers remaining at the port after the free period (typically 4-6 days).
• Quay usage fee: Based on the weight or value of goods passing through the port.
• Supplementary service fees: Including charges for refrigerated cargo, container inspections, or environmental handling.

2. Fee Rates at Key Ports (Updated May 2025)

Here are reference fee rates at major ports:

• Cat Lai Port (Ho Chi Minh City):
  • Transfer fee: 960,000 VND/20-foot container, 1,650,000 VND/40-foot container.
  • Storage fee: 65,000 VND/container/day (after free period).
• Hai Phong Port:
  • Transfer fee: 930,000 VND/20-foot container, 1,570,000 VND/40-foot container.
  • Storage fee: 70,000 VND/container/day.
• Da Nang Port:
  • Transfer fee: 900,000 VND/20-foot container, 1,520,000 VND/40-foot container.
  • Quay usage fee: 23,000 VND/ton of cargo.

3. News and Updates for 2025

Recent changes and announcements related to port fees:

• Digital payment portal: Hai Phong Port introduces fee payments via digital wallets starting September 2025, saving time.
• Discount at Da Nang: Businesses exporting textiles receive a 7% quay usage fee reduction until November 2025.
• Fee adjustment at Cat Lai: Storage fees increase by 6% from October 2025 to encourage faster cargo clearance.

4. Recommendations for Businesses

To manage costs effectively, businesses should:

• Confirm the free storage period with each port.
• Contact ports or agents to verify the latest fee rates.
• Access the port’s online portal for updated tariff information.

5. Contact Information

Businesses can reach out for further details:

• Cat Lai Port: Hotline 028-3742-2525 or official website.
• Hai Phong Port: Hotline 0225-3825-148 or port information portal.
• Da Nang Port: Hotline 0236-3822-148 or email info@danangport.vn.