How do I track an AWB number starting with 476?

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number (476-XXXXXXXX) in the tracker at the top of this page. TraceAWB will instantly open NordStar'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 476?

Q: What airline has AWB prefix 476?

AWB prefix 476 belongs to NordStar (IATA code Y7), based in Russian Federation. All air waybills issued by NordStar start with 476-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 476 belongs to NordStar.

Q: Is 476 the only AWB prefix for NordStar?

Yes, 476 is the IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for NordStar. Each IATA member airline has a unique 3-digit prefix. NordStar's prefix is 476, so all their air waybills follow the 476-XXXXXXXX format.

AWB prefix 476 is the IATA-assigned airline identification code for NordStar (Y7), based in Russian Federation. Every air waybill issued by NordStar begins with the digits 476, followed by a hyphen and an 8-digit shipment serial number — giving a total of 11 digits in the format 476-XXXXXXXX.

When you see a cargo AWB beginning with 476, you can be certain it was issued by NordStar or by a freight forwarder acting on their behalf. NordStar operates as a Scheduled Cargo & Passenger Network, with its primary hub at Sheremetyevo International (SVO). 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 476 is exclusively reserved for NordStar and cannot be used by any other carrier. For detailed shipment status, use the tracker above to reach NordStar's official tracking portal instantly.

Prefix 476 — Quick Reference

Prefix Number476

Airline

NordStar

IATA CodeY7

ICAO CodeTYA

CountryRussian Federation

HubSheremetyevo International (SVO)

AWB Format476-XXXXXXXX

Cargo TypeScheduled Cargo & Passenger Network

Transit Time1–3 days

Official SiteVisit

Format Guide

How to Read an AWB Starting with 476

The 11-digit IATA airway bill number is split into two parts separated by a hyphen. The first three digits (476) tell you instantly which airline issued it.

476

Airline Prefix
→ NordStar

-

12345678

Shipment Serial
(8 digits)

476 always identifies NordStar as the issuing carrier. The 8-digit serial is unique to each shipment. Together: 476-12345678 is a complete, valid NordStar airway bill.

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Prefix Range 400–499

AWB Prefixes Near 476

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
448	Lufthansa City Airlines	Germany	VL	View
451	Porter Airlines	Canada	PD	View
462	LATAM Airlines Ecuador	Ecuador	XL	View
476 You are here	NordStar	Russian Federation	Y7	Track
477	Nesma Airlines	Egypt	NE	View
491	Iran Airtour Airline	Iran, Islamic Republic of	B9	View
505	PAS	Egypt	UF	View
525	UNI AIR	Chinese Taipei	B7	View

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about AWB Prefix 476

What airline has AWB prefix 476? +

AWB prefix 476 belongs to NordStar (IATA code Y7, ICAO code TYA), based in Russian Federation. All air waybills with this prefix follow the format 476-XXXXXXXX and were issued by NordStar or by a freight forwarder on their behalf.

How do I track an AWB starting with 476? +

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number — 476-XXXXXXXX — into the tracker at the top of this page and click "Track". TraceAWB identifies prefix 476 as NordStar and opens their official cargo tracking portal with your shipment pre-loaded.

What does AWB prefix 476 mean? +

In the IATA air cargo numbering system, the first three digits of any air waybill identify the issuing airline. Prefix 476 is exclusively assigned to NordStar. 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: 476-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 476 identifies NordStar. 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 NordStar — directly to the freight forwarder. It begins with the airline's prefix: 476. 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 NordStar's official portal, you need the MAWB starting with 476-. If you only have a HAWB, ask your freight forwarder for the corresponding MAWB.

Is 476 the only AWB prefix for NordStar? +

Yes. 476 is the single IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for NordStar. IATA assigns one unique 3-digit prefix per airline. No other carrier uses prefix 476, so whenever you see an airway bill starting with 476, it is guaranteed to be a NordStar shipment.

What if my 476 AWB shows no tracking status? +

Tracking status for a 476 AWB may not appear immediately after booking. It becomes visible only after the cargo has been physically accepted at a NordStar 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 NordStar cargo customer service or your freight forwarder directly.