AWB prefix 403 identifies Polar Air Cargo. A standard IATA air waybill is 11 digits: a 3-digit prefix, a 7-digit serial and a 1-digit modulo-7 check digit, written as 403-XXXXXXXX.
Enter the 8-digit serial (the block after the prefix) to open the official Polar Air Cargo tracking page. See also Polar Air Cargo AWB tracking and the AWB prefix lookup.
What does AWB prefix 403 mean?
AWB prefix 403 identifies Polar Air Cargo. A standard IATA air waybill is 11 digits: a 3-digit prefix, a 7-digit serial and a 1-digit modulo-7 check digit, written as 403-XXXXXXXX. Tracking is performed on the carrier’s official portal — this site identifies the prefix and routes you there.
| Headquarters | Purchase, New York, USA |
|---|---|
| Airline Alliance | None (Cargo Specialist) |
| AWB Format & Mod-7 | 11 digits: prefix 403 + 7-digit serial + 1 check digit |
| Tracking Engine | Polar Cargo Portal |
| Primary Hubs | Cincinnati (CVG), Anchorage (ANC), Leipzig (LEJ) |
How to Track Your Shipment
Locate 8-Digit Serial
Confirm the number starts with 403. Then use the 8-digit block after the prefix (7-digit serial + check digit).
Verify Airline Prefix
Prefix 403 maps to Polar Air Cargo. Open the carrier tracking page if you already know the airline.
Click Track
Instantly view live status directly on the official tracking portal.
FAQ
- What airline uses AWB prefix 403?
- 403 is the IATA air waybill prefix for Polar Air Cargo.
- How do I track a 403 AWB?
- Enter the 8-digit serial above, or use Polar Air Cargo AWB tracking. We open the official carrier portal with the number filled in.
- What is the standard format?
- 11 digits: prefix 403 + 7-digit serial + 1 check digit. The check digit is the unweighted modulo-7 of the 7-digit serial, per IATA.