What does IATA number stand for?

An agency IATA number is effectively an account number. It uniquely identifies a travel agency or other airline ticketing entity (even an airline's own ticketing offices) within the IATA network. There are two types of agency IATA numbers: full and partial.



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An IATA number (officially called the IATA Numeric Code) is basically a unique seven-digit code assigned to IATA-certified travel agencies that want to distribute air tickets and/or gain industry recognition.

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Being IATA-certified, travel agencies can issue airline tickets on behalf of airlines. This is the main advantage that eliminates the need for other middlemen, simplifies booking processes, and cuts expenses for both agents and airlines.

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IATAN stands for International Airlines Travel Agent Network. Basically, it's identical to what IATA provides, but it's used for US-based travel businesses only. It enables any travel business or representative to issue flight tickets.

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Lack of codes There are several airports with scheduled service that have not been assigned ICAO codes that do have IATA codes. For example, several airports in Alaska have scheduled commercial service, such as Stebbins and Nanwalek, which use FAA codes instead.

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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.

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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.

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The IATA/IATAN ID Card is the preferred means of recognition of travel professionals by the Industry. In order to assist industry suppliers in the management, distribution, and control of their industry concessions; the ID Card is often used to safely and efficiently verify a bona fide IATA travel agent via CheckACode.

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To check if a travel agent is legitimate, check if they are listed with any of the following travel associations:
  1. ABTA membership. ...
  2. ATOL protection. ...
  3. IATA accreditation. ...
  4. Company registration. ...
  5. Avoiding scams. ...
  6. Protecting financial interests. ...
  7. Ensuring quality of service. ...
  8. TripAdvisor.


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The price of an ID Card may range from USD30. 00 to USD70. 00 depending on the class of agency you work for (additional courier fees may apply).

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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.

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easyJet is the first non IATA member to participate in the process. IEnvA is a voluntary programme helping airlines to identify, manage, monitor and control their environmental issues in a holistic manner.

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To book airline flights, for example, you'll need an ATOL (Air Travel Organiser's Licence), and for non-flight-based holidays, ABTA (Association of British Travel Agents) bonding is advisable. The size of the ATOL licence can vary depending on the amount you'll need to reimburse consumers (see below).

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For businesses without IATA DGR training, airline carriers can refuse shipments and blacklist. Your business will be unable to operate without an IATA certification. The training certification proves your commitment and compliance to safety.

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An IATA airport code, also known as an IATA location identifier, IATA station code, or simply a location identifier, is a three-letter geocode designating many airports and metropolitan areas around the world, defined by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).

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Since the code contains only three letters, the possible combinations are limited and consequently the IATA codes are not unique in some cases, with the same code used to designate two different airports.

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What is IATA? IATA is the abbreviation form of an association founded to inspect and assign the cargo and passenger transportation fares. It stands for the International Air Transport Association.

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