In short, applying for the qualification of an outbound agency is an important step in the development and growth of a travel agency. Only with the qualification of an outbound agency can travel agencies legally operate outbound tourism business and enhance their competitiveness and brand influence. It is hoped that travel agencies interested in applying for outbound agency qualifications can carefully understand the application conditions, procedures and related matters, and make full preparations, so as to pass the application smoothly.
As an outbound travel agency, to apply for the qualification of an outbound agency, the following conditions need to be met:
Meet the conditions of travel agency business license;
2.There is a fixed place of business;
3.Necessary business facilities and operating conditions;
4.There is a registered capital and a travel agency quality guarantee that meets the requirements;
5.There are regulations and management systems for travel agencies that comply with the regulations;
6.There are staff with travel agency experience and management ability;
7.There is a complete tour guide management system and tour guides who meet the regulations;
8.Meet other national requirements for market access of travel agencies.
Specifically, in order to apply for the qualification of an outbound company, the following conditions need to be met:
1.Meet the conditions of travel agency business license;
Outbound travel agencies must comply with the provisions of relevant laws and regulations such as the Regulations on Travel Agencies, and have the qualifications and conditions to engage in travel agency business. Before applying for the qualification of an outbound agency, you need to obtain a business license for a domestic travel agency and have the corresponding qualifications.
2.There is a fixed place of business;
Outbound travel agencies need to have a fixed place of business, which can be commercial or office space. The business premises shall comply with the relevant provisions and have the corresponding facilities and conditions.
3.Necessary business facilities and operating conditions;
Outbound travel agencies need to have the necessary business facilities and operating conditions, including computer systems, office equipment, fax machines and other necessary communication equipment and reception places. In addition, it is also necessary to have a certain financial strength and management ability.
4.There is a registered capital and a travel agency quality guarantee that meets the requirements;
Outbound travel agencies need to have a certain amount of registered capital and travel agency quality deposit, and the specific amount varies according to different countries and regions. In general, the minimum amount of registered capital is RMB 300,000, while the minimum amount of quality deposit for travel agencies is RMB 1.4 million.
5.There are regulations and management systems for travel agencies that comply with the regulations;
Outbound travel agencies need to formulate travel agency articles of association and management systems that comply with relevant laws and regulations, and clarify the company's organizational structure, management system, business norms, financial system and other matters.
6.There are staff with travel agency experience and management ability;
Outbound travel agencies need a certain number of staff with travel agency experience and management capabilities, of which no less than 60% of the total number of personnel with professional knowledge and practical experience in tourism. These staff members need to have a certain level of operational competence and management to be able to perform the tasks they are in.
7.There is a complete tour guide management system and tour guides who meet the regulations;
Outbound travel agencies need to establish a complete tour guide management system and tour guides who meet the regulations, and have a certain number of intermediate tour guides. Tour guides need to have the appropriate qualifications and experience to be able to provide quality tour guide services.
8.Meet other national requirements for market access of travel agencies.
Outbound travel agencies need to meet other national requirements for travel agency market access, such as corporate legal person qualifications, industrial and commercial registration, tax registration and other matters need to comply with relevant regulations. In addition, it is also necessary to comply with the national laws and regulations on tourism management, standardize business behavior, and improve service quality.