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Does a CLIA card get you discounted flights?

Once you obtain the CLIA or IATAN card you will be eligible for additional discounts*: Examples: 50 percent off on standard rates at select hotels. Reduced air travel rates through some ticketless airlines (with an IATAN card only).



A CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) card, specifically the EMBARC ID, is a professional credential for travel agents and does not directly grant discounted flights to the general public. For travel professionals, the card serves as proof of industry status, which can be used to access "industry rates" or "AD75" (75% Agent Discount) fares on select airlines, though these are increasingly rare in 2026. Most airlines now prefer to offer "FAM" (familiarization) trip rates rather than flat discounts. However, for a certified travel agent, the CLIA card is invaluable for securing reduced rates on cruises, hotels, and car rentals. If you are not a travel agent, you cannot obtain a CLIA card. For regular travelers looking for flight discounts, the best "card-based" strategy remains using airline co-branded credit cards or high-end travel cards that offer companion passes and lounge access, as the CLIA card is strictly a B2B (business-to-business) tool.

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CLIA cards contain a unique EMBARC ID number. This is your personal number to provide clients and vendors to certify you sell travel. The card also proves your skills to the industry! With your CLIA card, you have exclusive access to industry training and events.

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CLIA cards contain a unique EMBARC ID number. This is your personal number to provide clients and vendors to certify you sell travel. The card also proves your skills to the industry! With your CLIA card, you have exclusive access to industry training and events.

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With a valid ID Card save $1000's of dollars every year on wide variety of shopping categories! The IATA MemberPerks program provides cardholders with daily savings at over 300,000 merchants across North America. Sign in now to begin saving!

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Contrary to what you might expect, travel agents might actually be able to get you better deals than internet retailers or even the cruise lines themselves. The best travel agents have access to discounted group rates and exclusive cruise pricing that's not found anywhere else.

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For all other travel professionals
  1. Step 1: prep your documents & professional information. Prepare your ID Photo (Digital) ...
  2. Step 2: apply through the ID Card application platform. ...
  3. Step 1: Start your order through IATAN Online Services. ...
  4. Step 2: Upload your digital ID photo. ...
  5. Step 3: Submit your application.


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It is completely reasonable to ask Travel Agents to price match. That is part of their job to find you the best deal available. As long as you are upfront with them and ask from the start that should be fine.

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There are five different CLIA certificate types which all are effective for a period of two years. Except for the Certificate of Compliance and Certificate of Accreditation, renewal of each certificate is accomplished by payment of the certificate fees.

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