The IATAN/IATA ID card is an internationally recognized identification that gives travel professionals exclusive access to premium training opportunities and incredible travel, merchandise, gift card & retail deals!
The IATA updates its regulations every two years. Subsequently, you will need to renew your certification every two years for air shipments and every three years for ground shipments. Failing to renew your IATA certification can result in airlines rejecting your shipments or hefty fines.
Eligibility RequirementsDevote a minimum of 20 hours per week to the business of selling travel. Earn a minimum of USD 5,000 in salary and/or commissions in the prior 12 months. Be at least 18 years of age. All cardholders agree to the terms and conditions contained in the Cardholder Agreement.
IATA training is required for all persons who transport dangerous goods according to IATA DGR 1.5. The IATA training rules officially are recommendatory for all but aircraft operator employees.
IATA Pay is an alternative method for travelers to pay for air tickets purchased online by directly debiting their bank account. It improves speed and security of payments, while reducing payment costs.
Boston - The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that Etihad Airways, Jazeera Airways, Jetstar, Qantas, Qatar Airways and Royal Jordanian, will implement IATA Travel Pass in a phased rollout across the airlines' networks.
Carrying 83% of the world's air traffic, IATA members include the world's leading passenger and cargo airlines. IATA membership is open to airlines operating scheduled and non-scheduled air services that maintain an IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) registration.
In order to book from IATA, the travel agent must get registered with IATA as an IATA travel agent. However, it is also possible to buy and sell tickets without getting affiliated with IATA. All travel agents who do so are known as non-IATA/independent travel agents.
According to IATA, as of 2023 it represents 317 airlines, including major carriers, from over 120 countries. The IATA's member airlines account for carrying approximately 82% (2020) of total available seat miles air traffic. IATA supports airline activity and helps formulate industry policy and standards.
IATA Travel Pass incorporates; Global registry of health requirements – enables passengers to find accurate information on travel, testing and eventually vaccine requirements for their journey.
1 course to be completed in 12 monthsAcquire essential knowledge and skills to work in the travel and tourism industry and become an effective travel professional.
Please visit www.iatan.org, click on Online Services Login and sign in with your username (PRIN or VER #) & password. Once signed in, click on “Pay Annual Service Fee” on the left-hand side to proceed with the online payment.