Suez Canal Transit Fees: A Breakdown of Charges

Vessels transiting the Suez Canal incur several fee categories, set by the Suez Canal Authority (SCA). Rates below reflect 2023 figures:

• Transit Fees (primary charge): Based on Net Tonnage (NT). Range from $10.00 to $22.50 per NT, with discounts for container ships, LNG carriers, and others.
• Light Dues: For use of navigational aids. $0.35 per Net Registered Tonnage (NRT).
• Canal Dues: For passenger vessels. $2.00 per passenger.
• Tonnage Measurement Fees: $100/hour if remeasurement is needed.
• Berthing/Mooring Fees: Vary by vessel size and duration.
• Other Services: Pilotage, tug assistance, canal guides—billed separately.

Full fee schedules and calculation tools are available on the SCA's official website.