IATA AWB Prefix
704
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Prefix 704
Assigned To Ibom Air
Country Nigeria
IATA / ICAO QI / IAN
Prefix Range 700–799

What is AWB Prefix 704?

AWB prefix 704 is the IATA-assigned airline identification code for Ibom Air (QI), based in Nigeria. Every air waybill issued by Ibom Air begins with the digits 704, followed by a hyphen and an 8-digit shipment serial number — giving a total of 11 digits in the format 704-XXXXXXXX.

When you see a cargo AWB beginning with 704, you can be certain it was issued by Ibom Air or by a freight forwarder acting on their behalf. Ibom Air 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 704 is exclusively reserved for Ibom Air and cannot be used by any other carrier. For detailed shipment status, use the tracker above to reach Ibom Air's official tracking portal instantly.

Prefix 704 — Quick Reference
Prefix Number704
Airline Ibom Air Ibom Air
IATA CodeQI
ICAO CodeIAN
CountryNigeria
HubMajor International Hub (HUB)
AWB Format704-XXXXXXXX
Cargo TypeScheduled Cargo & Passenger Network
Transit Time1–3 days
Official SiteVisit

How to Read an AWB Starting with 704

The 11-digit IATA airway bill number is split into two parts separated by a hyphen. The first three digits (704) tell you instantly which airline issued it.

704
Airline Prefix
→ Ibom Air
-
12345678
Shipment Serial
(8 digits)

704 always identifies Ibom Air as the issuing carrier. The 8-digit serial is unique to each shipment. Together: 704-12345678 is a complete, valid Ibom Air airway bill.

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AWB Prefixes Near 704

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698 South Africa GE View
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Frequently Asked Questions about AWB Prefix 704

What airline has AWB prefix 704? +
AWB prefix 704 belongs to Ibom Air (IATA code QI, ICAO code IAN), based in Nigeria. All air waybills with this prefix follow the format 704-XXXXXXXX and were issued by Ibom Air or by a freight forwarder on their behalf.
How do I track an AWB starting with 704? +
Enter your full 11-digit AWB number — 704-XXXXXXXX — into the tracker at the top of this page and click "Track". TraceAWB identifies prefix 704 as Ibom Air and opens their official cargo tracking portal with your shipment pre-loaded.
What does AWB prefix 704 mean? +
In the IATA air cargo numbering system, the first three digits of any air waybill identify the issuing airline. Prefix 704 is exclusively assigned to Ibom Air. 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: 704-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 704 identifies Ibom Air. 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 Ibom Air — directly to the freight forwarder. It begins with the airline's prefix: 704. 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 Ibom Air's official portal, you need the MAWB starting with 704-. If you only have a HAWB, ask your freight forwarder for the corresponding MAWB.
Is 704 the only AWB prefix for Ibom Air? +
Yes. 704 is the single IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for Ibom Air. IATA assigns one unique 3-digit prefix per airline. No other carrier uses prefix 704, so whenever you see an airway bill starting with 704, it is guaranteed to be a Ibom Air shipment.
What if my 704 AWB shows no tracking status? +
Tracking status for a 704 AWB may not appear immediately after booking. It becomes visible only after the cargo has been physically accepted at a Ibom Air 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 Ibom Air cargo customer service or your freight forwarder directly.

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