How do I track an AWB number starting with 636?

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number (636-XXXXXXXX) in the tracker at the top of this page. TraceAWB will instantly open Air Botswana's official cargo tracking page with your shipment pre-loaded.

What if my AWB prefix doesn't match any airline?

If your AWB prefix does not match a known airline, it may be a House AWB (HAWB) issued by a freight forwarder rather than the actual airline. For tracking on the airline's official portal, you need the Master AWB (MAWB), which your freight forwarder can provide.

Prefix Decoded

What is AWB Prefix 636?

Q: What airline has AWB prefix 636?

AWB prefix 636 belongs to Air Botswana (IATA code BP), based in Botswana. All air waybills issued by Air Botswana start with 636-XXXXXXXX.

Q: How many digits is an IATA AWB prefix?

An IATA AWB prefix is always exactly 3 digits (000–999). It is the first part of an 11-digit air waybill number in the format XXX-XXXXXXXX. Prefix 636 belongs to Air Botswana.

Q: Is 636 the only AWB prefix for Air Botswana?

Yes, 636 is the IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for Air Botswana. Each IATA member airline has a unique 3-digit prefix. Air Botswana's prefix is 636, so all their air waybills follow the 636-XXXXXXXX format.

AWB prefix 636 is the IATA-assigned airline identification code for Air Botswana (BP), based in Botswana. Every air waybill issued by Air Botswana begins with the digits 636, followed by a hyphen and an 8-digit shipment serial number — giving a total of 11 digits in the format 636-XXXXXXXX.

When you see a cargo AWB beginning with 636, you can be certain it was issued by Air Botswana or by a freight forwarder acting on their behalf. Air Botswana operates as a Scheduled Cargo & Passenger Network, with its primary hub at Major International Hub (HUB). Typical air transit times range from 1 to 3 business days depending on origin and destination.

The IATA prefix system assigns a unique 3-digit code to every member airline, ensuring there is no ambiguity in airway bill identification across the global air freight network. Prefix 636 is exclusively reserved for Air Botswana and cannot be used by any other carrier. For detailed shipment status, use the tracker above to reach Air Botswana's official tracking portal instantly.

Prefix 636 — Quick Reference

Prefix Number636

Airline

Air Botswana

IATA CodeBP

ICAO CodeBOT

CountryBotswana

HubMajor International Hub (HUB)

AWB Format636-XXXXXXXX

Cargo TypeScheduled Cargo & Passenger Network

Transit Time1–3 days

Official SiteVisit

Format Guide

How to Read an AWB Starting with 636

The 11-digit IATA airway bill number is split into two parts separated by a hyphen. The first three digits (636) tell you instantly which airline issued it.

636

Airline Prefix
→ Air Botswana

-

12345678

Shipment Serial
(8 digits)

636 always identifies Air Botswana as the issuing carrier. The 8-digit serial is unique to each shipment. Together: 636-12345678 is a complete, valid Air Botswana airway bill.

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Prefix Range 600–699

AWB Prefixes Near 636

Not sure you have the right prefix? Browse nearby IATA AWB prefixes to find the correct airline for your air waybill.

Prefix	Airline	Country	IATA	Track
630	Sunclass Airlines	Global	DK	View
631	Air Greenland	Greenland	GL	View
632	Perimeter	Global	PE	View
636 You are here	Air Botswana	Botswana	BP	Track
638	Air Saint Pierre	Global	PJ	View
643	KM Malta Airlines	Malta	KM	View
649	Air Transat	Canada	TS	View
656	Air Niugini	Papua New Guinea	PX	View

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about AWB Prefix 636

What airline has AWB prefix 636? +

AWB prefix 636 belongs to Air Botswana (IATA code BP, ICAO code BOT), based in Botswana. All air waybills with this prefix follow the format 636-XXXXXXXX and were issued by Air Botswana or by a freight forwarder on their behalf.

How do I track an AWB starting with 636? +

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number — 636-XXXXXXXX — into the tracker at the top of this page and click "Track". TraceAWB identifies prefix 636 as Air Botswana and opens their official cargo tracking portal with your shipment pre-loaded.

What does AWB prefix 636 mean? +

In the IATA air cargo numbering system, the first three digits of any air waybill identify the issuing airline. Prefix 636 is exclusively assigned to Air Botswana. The remaining eight digits (after the hyphen) are the unique shipment serial number assigned to your individual cargo. The two parts together form a globally unique shipment identifier: 636-XXXXXXXX.

How many digits is an IATA AWB prefix? +

An IATA AWB prefix is always exactly 3 digits (ranging from 000 to 999). It forms the first part of an 11-digit air waybill number in the standard format XXX-XXXXXXXX. Prefix 636 identifies Air Botswana. IATA maintains a registry of all assigned prefixes and each is unique to one airline.

What is the difference between a Master AWB and a House AWB? +

A Master Air Waybill (MAWB) is issued by the airline — in this case Air Botswana — directly to the freight forwarder. It begins with the airline's prefix: 636. A House Air Waybill (HAWB) is issued by the freight forwarder to the individual shipper and uses the forwarder's own numbering system. For tracking on Air Botswana's official portal, you need the MAWB starting with 636-. If you only have a HAWB, ask your freight forwarder for the corresponding MAWB.

Is 636 the only AWB prefix for Air Botswana? +

Yes. 636 is the single IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for Air Botswana. IATA assigns one unique 3-digit prefix per airline. No other carrier uses prefix 636, so whenever you see an airway bill starting with 636, it is guaranteed to be a Air Botswana shipment.

What if my 636 AWB shows no tracking status? +

Tracking status for a 636 AWB may not appear immediately after booking. It becomes visible only after the cargo has been physically accepted at a Air Botswana cargo terminal and the AWB has been activated in their system. This typically takes 2–8 hours after acceptance. If your AWB still shows no status after 12 hours, contact Air Botswana cargo customer service or your freight forwarder directly.