Tracking Numbers That Start With TBA Explained

Tracking numbers that start with TBA can be a bit confusing, but don't worry, I'm here to break it down for you.

TBA tracking numbers are typically used for shipments that are still in transit, and they often include a combination of letters and numbers that provide information about the shipment's status.

In many cases, TBA tracking numbers are used for international shipments, which can take longer to arrive at their destination.

These tracking numbers usually update every few days, giving you a better idea of when your package will arrive.

Tracking Amazon Packages can be a bit tricky, especially when the tracking number starts with TBA. You can't directly use the TBA number with Amazon's getPackageTrackingDetails endpoint because it requires an integer input.

The TBA number is closely related to the order ID, and Amazon's API will give you the information to go from Order ID to Fulfillment Shipment to Fulfillment Package to Package ID. You can use the Package ID to get your package information.

If you're working on a site that has the seller Order ID stored on your side, that seems to be the intent they have for getting it through the API. This can be a good way to get the Package ID and track your package.

Here's a possible order of operations to fix this problem:

It's worth noting that Stevish's comment suggests that the TBA can be cut off the TBA number and used as a package number if there is only one package in the order. However, things get more complicated in other situations.

Tracking numbers that start with TBA are a bit tricky to work with, but understanding how they're formatted can help.

Amazon Logistics tracking numbers typically start with "TBA" followed by a series of numbers, like "TBA123456789012".

If Amazon uses other carriers like UPS or FedEx, the tracking number will follow the format used by that specific carrier instead.

Tracking numbers can give you insight into your package's location and its progression towards delivery.

The prefix on an Amazon Logistics tracking number, such as "TBA", signifies the area from where your shipment originated and denotes the particular tracking strategy being used.

In the US, tracking numbers for packages shipped within the country typically feature 'TBA' prefixes.

In Canada and Mexico, tracking numbers for packages shipped to these countries are typically identified by starting with 'TBM' and 'TBC' respectively.