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Elevate your travel career with the IATA/IATAN ID Card.

Validate your professional status and get access to industry-exclusive travel, shopping, and training deals.

What is IATA/IATAN ID Card?

The IATA/IATAN ID Card is the only globally recognized identification issued by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) for travel professionals that work for an IATA/IATAN accredited or TIDS/TSI agency. With the IATA/IATAN ID Card your professional status can be validated by industry suppliers.

Once your ID Card application is approved, you will get access to supplier concessionary rates on hotels, car rentals, theme parks, and other travel benefits. In addition, you will get access to savings on IATA Training courses and merchandise, gift cards & retail deals .*

*Certain offers and supplier benefits are only available in certain regions.

So many benefits to a single card:

Recognition

Exclusivity for recognized travel professionals.

The IATA/IATAN ID Card is not just any identification – it's a symbol of recognition in the travel industry. It sets you apart as a trusted professional with insider privileges. By joining our exclusive community, you'll gain access to unparalleled benefits, networking opportunities, and resources tailored to your unique needs.

Unbeatable discounts on hotels, car rentals, theme parks, and more.

As an ID Card holder, you'll gain access to a vast range of exclusive discounts. Imagine saving on luxurious accommodations, enjoying hassle-free car rentals, and exploring world-renowned theme parks at supplier rates. These incredible savings make your ID Card application fee a smart investment that quickly pays for itself. Download the AgentExperience app and get access to your benefits. 

Professional growth

Preferred rates on IATA Training courses.

Knowledge is power, especially in the travel industry. With the IATA/IATAN ID Card, you'll enjoy preferred rates on a wide selection of IATA Training courses. Elevate your expertise, stay ahead of the competition, and expand your professional horizons – all at a price that leaves you smiling.

"With the ID Card I gain access to industry rates and discounts for being a member of the travel/tourism industry"

- Aaron Baynton , Colette Tours (Toronto, Canada)

Your expertise should be rewarded

Unlock exclusive opportunities with ID Card

Accessing exclusive offers and elevating your travel experiences is effortless with our digital ID card. Simply download the IATA AgentExperience App to enjoy a seamless process. With just a tap, verify your professional status with suppliers and gain immediate access to exclusive travel deals. Explore a complete map of travel offers worldwide.

• Save up to 30% at over 100.000 hotels
• Up to 50% off top brands and merchandise
• +25 courses and diplomas at a preferred rate

Travel insurance

Travel Insurance Travel with confidence as a US or Canadian ID card holder. You automatically receive Travel Accident Protection, offering coverage of up to $35,000 for accidental death and dismemberment. Additionally, choose our optional ID Card Travel Protection Program for customizable coverage at desirable rates. Extend protection to your family members as well. Visit UATP for program details.

Nurture client relationships and promote destinations

Deepen your client relationships by sharing expert insight and advice on the amazing destinations you've personally experienced. As a trusted travel professional, your recommendations and firsthand knowledge establish credibility and trust. Promote your favorite destinations while elevating your status in the industry. Strengthen connections and showcase your passion for travel.

Interested in learning about all benefits and features?

Download the benefit guide.

Featured offers:

Join our community of travel professionals and unlock a world of possibilities. 

Use code ITAN25 for 25% off on your application fee*

*Terms and conditions

- Promo code is valid until 8 August 2023.

- Eligible for all countries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the iata/iatan id card.

• 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.com .  

How much does an ID Card cost?

• 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).

Who is eligible?

• Travel agency's  Sole Owner ,  Partners ,  Stockholders ,  Shareholders  (must own at least 20% of the company shares and be listed in IATA Agency records)
• Directors ,  Managers ,  Employees,  or any person holding a remunerated position involving the administration, marketing, finance, operations, and/or sale of travel
• Independent Consultants  - a person working for a travel agency pursuant to a written contract or agreement in compliance with applicable laws and regulations

What is the eligibility criteria?

• The applicant must have  a remunerated position  at the travel agency
• The applicant must be  at least 18 years of age  at the time of application
• The applicant must work  at least 20 hours a week  for the travel agency
• Canadian applicants  must earn at least CAD5,000 (salary and/or commission) in the past 24 months of the ID Card Application

Note: Cargo, MSO, GSA, TRUE and Travelsellers.com locations are not eligible for IATA/IATAN ID Card

Proof of employment is required for every applicant except  Sole Owner ,  Partners ,  Stockholders ,  Shareholders . Please ensure the proof of employment must be in PDF format and dated no longer than 3-month from the date of application.

How do I get an ID Card?

• For US Travel Professionals, please visit the   IATAN site .
• For All Other Travel Professionals, please visit the  ID Card Application Platform .

Do you need help with your application?

• Consult the instructions here .

Get the recognition and savings you deserve!

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Is the future of cruise ships, nuclear energy?

Cruises are increasingly popular but not the most environmentally-friendly option for travelers keen to keep carbon emissions low. It's also true that cruise companies need to meet goals of being carbon-neutral by 2050—one possible solution then, would be to start building nuclear-powered cruise ships.

Using nuclear power for shipping is not new. There are currently 200 nuclear reactors on ships globally, mostly submarines and naval ships. In the 1950s, the U.S. government built a passenger boat run on nuclear power—it could hold 60 travelers and lots of cargo—but it was rife with issues, not entirely related to its energy source. Now, the NS Savannah sits inside a dock in Baltimore, designed more as a proof-of-concept than anything else, reports NPR .

The forward part of the ship held a pressurized water reactor that used low-enriched uranium to produce heat—the steam that was produced ran the ship's turbines, spun the propellors and so produced electricity to power the ship up to 20 knots, equivalent to the speed of many cruise ships today. The Russian government also commissioned Sevmorput, a nuclear-powered cargo ship in 1988, that's still in operation. Two other boats—the Japanese Mutsu and the German Otto Hahn—started out life as nuclear but were fitted to take diesel later on.

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is the United Nations agency that regulates global shipping and it's set a target of carbon neutrality by 2050 for the cruise industry—shipping currently produces 300 million tonnes of carbon emissions every year, around 3% of global emissions.

This obviously poses some issues, because while boats are being built more efficiently, cruise ships are increasing in size—the largest, Icon of the Seas, set sail this year, and ships are installing ever-more diverse activities onboard, such as go-karting, moving bars, zip lines, rollercoasters and skydiving and surfing simulators.

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Most ships still run on diesel fuel with about one quarter now using alternative fuels such as liquefied natural gas, methanol, or hybrid propulsion—all lower in carbon emissions. According to the Cruise Line Industry Association (CLIA) there are 25 ships using Liquified Natural Gas that will start operating in the next five years. Seven ships belonging to Norwegian Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, and Disney Cruise Line are also coming online that are methanol ready or methanol capable. Carnival is also looking to retrofit ships to take methanol. One of the issues though is that these fuels could be used for other purposes, as could the green power that produces them.

At the annual Seatrade Cruise Global conference that took place in Miami this month, industry leaders believe that using nuclear technology is increasingly a possibility. Inside the NS Savannah, there is a small wooden cube that fits into a person's hand that represents the volume of uranium needed to allow the ship to travel 454,000 nautical miles to circumnavigate the world more than a dozen times (a boat traveling the same distance on fuel would need 28 million gallons). These ships could go for years without refueling (some usually carry some diesel in reserve), can carry more passengers and/or cargo without the need for large fuel tanks and more importantly, fourth generator nuclear reactors are smaller and make operations much simpler.

Cruise ships have long lives and could theoretically be retrofitted with nuclear power when they go in for a refit. Some companies are engaged in studies for using nuclear power aboard ships, like the partnership between Italian shipbuilding company Fincantieri and Newcleo—the results of a feasibility study to assess the practicality of deploying a 30-megawatt reactor on marine vessels is due at the end of this year.

The NS Savannah taught a lot of lessons about how to run a nuclear passenger ship but also laid bare some problems. It can be difficult docking a ship that runs on nuclear fuel into harbors—special documentation is naturally required, people need to be trained on what to do in emergencies and some countries, like New Zealand, have all out bans on nuclear ships entering their waters.

And finally, the biggest problem might just be the paying customer—unsurprisingly, many people believe the public might not be particularly favorable to the idea.

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