Search UN/LOCODE and IATA codes for major container terminals and airports

A port code is a unique identifier assigned to a specific port, typically used in logistics, shipping, and international trade to facilitate the identification and tracking of cargo, vessels, and trade routes. These codes are standardized and are used globally to ensure clear communication between parties involved in transportation and logistics.

UN/LOCODE stands for United Nations Code for Trade and Transport Locations. It is a geographic coding scheme developed and maintained by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE). The purpose of UN/LOCODE is to facilitate international trade and transport by providing a standardized, unique identifier for locations that are significant in trade and logistics, such as seaports, airports, railway terminals, inland freight terminals, and other important locations.

A typical UN/LOCODE is a five-character alphanumeric code with the first two characters representing the country code, and the last three characters designating the specific location within the country.

An IATA code is a three-letter identifier assigned by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to airports and some significant seaports, facilitating the standardization of location identification in the airline and travel industries. These codes are widely used in airline ticketing, baggage handling, and logistics operations to specify destinations and transit points.

Port codes are used to uniquely identify specific ports or locations in international trade and logistics, facilitating clear communication and efficient tracking of cargo. They appear on shipping documents, such as bills of lading and customs forms, to indicate the ports of origin, destination, and transshipment. These codes help streamline global trade by standardizing location references across different stakeholders, including shipping companies, freight forwarders, and customs authorities.