Iran

Iran Air Cargo Tracking

AWB prefix 096IATA IRFormat: 096-XXXXXXXX (8-digit serial)

About

Iran Air Cargo, the freight division of Iran's flag carrier established in 1962, operates a limited cargo service from Tehran using one dedicated Boeing 747-200F freighter. The airline serves 72 international destinations across Asia and Europe as of 2024, with cargo capacity supplemented by belly cargo on passenger flights from its dual hubs at Imam Khomeini International Airport and Mehrabad International Airport. Despite decades of international sanctions, the carrier has maintained operations through domestic engineering expertise and completed its first 747 refurbishment project in 2020.

How to track Iran Air shipments

1. Go to the Iran Air cargo tracking page at www.iranair.com/en/Follow-up-products or use third-party trackers that support prefix 096. 2. Enter your AWB number in the format 096-XXXXXXXX where the first three digits are the prefix and the last digit is a check digit (example: 096-12345675). 3. You will see current status updates for your shipment including departure, transit, and arrival information. 4. For tracking issues, contact the cargo export follow-up unit at 021-46621888 or ebooking@iranair.com.

What 096-XXXXXXXX means

The AWB prefix 096 uniquely identifies Iran Air as the issuing carrier and ensures your shipment is routed through their cargo network. The 7-digit serial number is your unique shipment identifier assigned by Iran Air's cargo system. The final digit is a check digit calculated using the mod-7 formula: divide the 7-digit serial by 7 and use the remainder (for example, serial 1234567 ÷ 7 = 176,366 remainder 5, so the check digit is 5). This prefix system allows freight forwarders and airlines worldwide to immediately identify Iran Air as the handling carrier for routing and customer service.

Iran Air specialized cargo handling

Iran Air handles general cargo, perishables, pharmaceuticals, and high-value items according to IATA regulations. The carrier operates from temperature-controlled facilities at Tehran's airports.

Frequently asked questions

How do I track my Iran Air cargo shipment?
Visit www.iranair.com/en/Follow-up-products and enter your AWB number starting with 096 (example: 096-12345675). You can also contact the cargo follow-up unit at 021-46621888 or email ebooking@iranair.com if your tracking shows no updates after 24 hours.
What does AWB prefix 096 mean?
The prefix 096 identifies Iran Air as the issuing carrier. Your complete AWB has 11 digits: 096 (carrier prefix) + 7-digit serial number + 1 check digit calculated as the serial number mod 7. For example, AWB 096-12345675 has serial 1234567 and check digit 5.
Does Iran Air carry general cargo and pharmaceuticals?
Yes, Iran Air handles general freight, pharmaceuticals, and perishable goods according to IATA regulations. Their cargo division operates from Imam Khomeini International Airport with both freighter and belly cargo capacity, specializing in shipments between Europe and Iran.
How do I book cargo with Iran Air?
Contact Iran Air cargo sales at ebooking@iranair.com or call 021-46621888. For international exports, visit their cargo office at the 2nd floor, Smart Cargo Terminal, Imam Khomeini International Airport. Most bookings are handled through freight forwarders rather than direct shipper bookings.

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