How to Obtain a Travel Agent License in India

Obtaining a travel agent license in India is no different from travel agent accreditation in the rest of the world. Many travel agents register with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) in order to gain the authority for selling air tickets directly. There's no specific license for becoming a travel agent in India. Registering with the IATA, however, will grant your business specific advantages with regards to the products you can sell.

Instructions 

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Abide by Indian laws and regulations if your business is a new start-up. The regulations differ by the size of your company and by region. A business consultancy that specializes in new business start-ups can assist you in dealing with any bureaucratic hurdles.

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Download and complete the application form for new travel agents from the IATA website. Information regarding yourself, as well as the legal status of your company is required. The form may be completed online and printed off.

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Send the completed application form, proofs of identity, company documents (such as articles of association), certified balance sheets, signed passenger agency agreement, and proof of payment of the application fee to the IATA head office. The specific documents required and application fee varies depending on the size and legal structure of your travel agency.