UPDATE TO THE IOWA SELLER OF TRAVEL REQUIREMENT – PLEASE READ
AS OF 7/1/2020, IOWA NO LONGER REQUIRES TRAVEL AGENCIES TO OBTAIN A SELLER OF TRAVEL LICENSE. HOWEVER, IOWA-BASED TRAVEL AGENCIES MUST REGISTER THEIR BUSINESS WITH THE SECRETARY OF STATE. ADDITIONALLY, IOWA TRAVEL AGENCIES MAY BE REQUIRED TO REGISTER IN OTHER STATES SUCH AS CA, FL, HI, AND WA IF THEY ARE SELLING TRAVEL TO OR FROM RESIDENTS AND/OR SOLICITING CUSTOMERS IN THOSE STATES.
Do you need to register your Travel Agency in Iowa?
If you’re soliciting Iowa residents then the answer is most likely yes. Iowa Code Chapter 9D requires that all travel agencies doing business in the state (regardless of your business location) register with the secretary of state. Ultimately, if your offer is made or received in Iowa, you’ll need to register your travel agency with the state.
How much does it cost to get an Iowa Travel Agency License?
Iowa is one of the most inexpensive states to register as a travel agent. The state application fee is only $15. The low cost makes it a no brainer to get licensed and avoid the fines and fees associate with operating as an unlicensed travel agency.
Can you help me get my Iowa Seller of Travel License?
Yes! We’ve helped many agencies get licensed in Iowa. The process can be confusing and somewhat time consuming if you haven’t gone through it in the past. Do you need a bond? What’s s consent of service and do you need to sign it? Let us help you get licensed easier and more efficiently than going it alone.
Our License Application Processing Service costs just $199. We take you from beginning to end, prepare your application, assist with any additional requirements depending on your needs, and submit it on your behalf. We then monitor your license status and update you along the way. You can find more information about our service here.
Isn’t it time you finally got licensed?
If you’re serious about getting licensed then we’re ready to help! Please click the “Apply Online” button below to be taken to our custom Iowa Seller of Travel License Application. It takes less than 3 minutes (1 if you’re fast) and allows us to start processing your application.
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