How to Become a Travel Agent in California (2026 Step-by-Step Guide)

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How to Become a Travel Agent in California

To become a travel agent in California, choose a career path, take beginner training and set up a legal way to sell travel. That means one of two things. You register with the California Attorney General as a Seller of Travel, or you work under a registered host agency and meet every condition of the state’s exemption. California has no travel agent license exam. It has a business registration program.

1. Choose a host agency or independent travel-business model.
2. Complete travel-agent and supplier training.
3. Verify California state business, seller-of-travel, and local requirements.
4. Set up your client process, policies, and business tools.
5. Choose a niche and start marketing to potential clients.

Important: Travel-business rules can change. Confirm current requirements with the appropriate state authority and your host agency before you begin selling travel.

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California is an easy sell. With Disneyland, Hollywood, Napa Valley, Yosemite, Big Sur, and cruise ships from four major ports, it has a lot to offer! Nearly 40 million people call it home, and they love to travel. There are few better places in the country to start a travel business.

But there’s something most guides don’t mention. California has some of the toughest travel-seller laws in the country. If you get these right from the start, you’ll be ahead of most people who try this.

This guide explains every step in simple terms, so you can start your business the right way!

What Does a Travel Agent Do These Days?

The days of agents sitting behind a desk at the mall and handing out paper tickets are mostly gone. Now, most travel advisors work from home, using just a laptop and a phone.

Being a travel advisor means planning trips, solving problems, and helping clients choose what’s best for them. On a typical day, you might:

• Talk with a family about their budget, dates, and must-do list
• Compare hotels, cruises, tours, and vacation packages
• Explain what’s included and what costs extra
• Book reservations and track payment due dates
• Double-check names, dates, and room types
• Send the cancellation terms and disclosures California requires
• Help a client when a flight is canceled, or plans change
• Follow up after the trip so they book with you again next year

For example, imagine a family in Bakersfield planning a Disneyland trip. They’re unsure whether to stay at a hotel within walking distance of the park or pick a less expensive one with a shuttle. They also aren’t sure how many days to spend at the park or if they should drive or fly to a nearby airport. As their advisor, you do more than just book a room. You help them make the right choices and take care of the details so their trip goes smoothly.

Online booking sites can sell a hotel room. They can’t tell a nervous first-time cruiser which cabin won’t make them seasick, or rebook a family at midnight when their connection falls apart. That’s why people still pay for good advisors.

But remember, it’s still a business. You’ll need to spend time answering questions, following up with clients, marketing your services, and keeping good records.

Step 1: Choose Your Travel Agent Career Path

Decide which path you want to take before paying for courses or starting a business. There are three main options, and each one has its own costs and responsibilities.

Option 1: Work as an Agency Employee

You work for an established agency and earn money through hourly pay, salary, commission, or a combination. The agency takes care of registration, supplier contracts, and compliance. This lets you learn the business as you go.

Before you accept a job, ask:

• How pay is set up, and whether commission is part of it
• What training they provide
• Whether they supply clients or you have to find your own
• What they expect for evenings and weekends
• Whether the work is leisure, corporate or group travel

This option is a good fit if you want a regular paycheck and some structure as you learn.

Option 2: Start Your Own Business Through a Host Agency

Most new California agents choose this option. A host agency is an established company that allows independent advisors to work under its business structure. The host usually offers supplier access, booking tools, training, commission processing, and help with California’s rules. You can build your own brand and keep part of the commission.

Startup costs are low, and the host agency handles much of the work. You still need to meet California’s requirements, which are explained in Step 3.

Option 3: Open a Standalone Agency

You manage everything on your own, including supplier relationships, payment systems, insurance, state registration, the restitution fund, and keeping client money safe. You have complete control and full responsibility.

This path is best for experienced agents who have savings and a ready client base.

Step 2: Understand California’s Seller of Travel Law

Is There a California Travel Agent License?

Not exactly. There’s no exam to take, and the state won’t give you a license for passing one. Instead, California has a Seller of Travel registration program run by the Attorney General’s office. Agents usually call this a “CST number,” which stands for California Seller of Travel.

Registering doesn’t mean the state approves or recommends your business. It just means you’ve given the required information and are following the law.

You might see two common claims online, but both are incorrect:

• “California requires every travel agent to pass a licensing exam.”
• “California has no license, so anyone can start selling today.”

The truth is somewhere in the middle. There’s no test, but you also can’t just start booking trips right away.

Who Counts as a Seller of Travel?

According to California law, a seller of travel is anyone who sells, arranges, or advertises that they can arrange:

• Air or sea travel, on its own or with other travel services
• Land or water travel (other than ocean travel), on its own or as part of a package, when the total price to the traveler is more than $300

Be careful with the word advertises. If you post bookable cruise deals on Instagram, you could be considered a seller of travel even if you haven’t sold any trips yet. Make sure you’re registered before you start promoting.

The Rule Follows the Client

California’s law covers anyone selling travel to people in California, no matter where the agent is based. For example, if you’re in Arizona or Utah and book cruises for Californians, you still have to follow California’s rules. If you live in California, the law applies from your very first client.

Step 3: Find Out If the Host Agency Exemption Fits You

In California, some agents can work under a registered host instead of registering on their own. Just joining a host isn’t enough to qualify for the exemption. You must meet all the conditions every time.

Business Types That Can Qualify

The exemption only covers:

• An individual (sole proprietor)
• A single-member LLC owned by one person
• An S corporation with one shareholder

Partnerships and LLCs with more than one owner do not qualify. If you want to co-own the business with someone else, like your spouse or a friend, talk to an attorney before setting up your business.

The Conditions You Must Meet

1. Written contract. You have a signed contract with a seller of travel registered in California.
2. One seller per client. For each client, you act only for that registered seller and don’t sell them air or sea travel any other way.
3. Your host’s supplier accounts. You book through the host’s official supplier appointments, not your own.
4. No payments to you. You don’t receive money from the client for the travel.
5. Payments go to the right place. Clients pay the airline, the cruise line or your registered host directly.
6. Written disclosure. You tell clients in writing that you work on behalf of the host. You give them the host’s name, address, phone number and California registration number along with the other required disclosures.

The Planning Fee Trap

Many new California agents make this mistake. Hosted agents are not allowed to accept money from clients for travel services. If you collect planning fees using your own payment app or business bank account, you could lose your exemption, even if you book all travel through your host.

Before charging any fees, ask your host to give you their California fee process in writing. Make sure you know who is listed as the merchant, who gets the money, and what terms to give your clients. Always follow their process exactly.

Being on the List Doesn’t Make You Exempt

Every year, registered hosts send the state a list of their independent agents. Just being on this list does not mean you qualify for the exemption. Many agents think they are covered when they are not. Make sure your business meets all six conditions listed above.

Questions to Ask Any Host Before You Sign

• Is your California Seller of Travel registration current?
• Does my business type qualify for the exemption?
• Exactly how should your registration number appear in my ads?
• Who receives client payments, and how are planning fees handled?
• Do you take part in the Travel Consumer Restitution Fund?
• Who owns my client list if I leave?
• What happens to unpaid commissions if I leave?
• What insurance covers my work?

“Don’t worry, you’re covered under us” is not a real answer. Always ask for details about how you are covered.

Check Any Host Yourself

Go to the California Attorney General’s website and use the Seller Search tool. Enter the host’s full business name or registration number. You can also ask the host for their one-page registration acknowledgment and check its expiration date. This only takes a couple of minutes.

Step 4: Register as a Seller of Travel If You Need To

If you are starting your own agency or don’t qualify for an exemption, you will need to register.

Registration Basics

• The fee is $100 for each business location. This fee is non-refundable, even if your registration is not approved.
• You must file your registration at least 10 days before you begin doing business in California.
• Your registration is valid for one year and must be renewed annually.
• If you file late, there is a fee of $5 per day, up to a maximum of $500.
• If you operated without registering, you will owe fees for each year you were not registered.
• After you submit a complete and accurate application, the state will issue your certificate within 21 days.

What to Have Ready

• Have your legal business name ready, along with any brand names you use.
• Your business structure
• List every business location you operate.
• Include the names of all owners and principals.
• Describe your relationships with airlines.
• Explain how you will protect client money, such as using a trust account, bond, or qualifying exemption.
• Provide your restitution fund ID if you are required to join the fund.
• If you have independent agents, prepare a list of them in electronic format.

Register With the Restitution Fund First

If you need to join the Travel Consumer Restitution Fund, register and pay there before you apply with the state. These are separate organizations, each with its own application and fees. Completing one does not complete the other.

Keep It Current

If any information on your registration changes, such as your address or owner, you must file an amendment within 10 days. You can apply and renew online using the state’s Seller of Travel system, which charges a small convenience fee for online payments. Be sure to mark renewal dates, fund payments, and insurance renewals on your calendar. For questions, you can call the Seller of Travel Program at (213) 269-6564.

Step 5: Understand the Restitution Fund and Client Money Rules

What the Restitution Fund Is

The Travel Consumer Restitution Fund helps California travelers get their money back if a registered seller goes bankrupt, closes, or does not deliver the travel they paid for. The Travel Consumer Restitution Corporation, a nonprofit, manages the fund. It is separate from the Attorney General’s office.

To file a claim, the traveler must have been in California when they made the purchase and must have lost at least $50. This fund acts as a safety net for the industry and helps clients trust California agents.

Who Has to Join

• Sellers whose main place of business is in California and who sell to people in California
• Certain publicly traded companies with California locations

Hosted agents who qualify for the exemption work under their host’s registration and usually do not need to register with the fund themselves. Always check with your host to be sure.

What It Costs

A law passed in 2026 increased the maximum annual fee the fund can charge to $60 per California location until January 1, 2031, and $70 after that. Some older sources may show different amounts. Always check with the fund for the current fee before making your budget.

Trust Accounts and Bonds

Some sellers must keep client money in a trust account at a federally insured bank. Others can use a bond for the same amount instead. There are also specific exemptions with their own rules.

A bond is not the same as liability insurance. Setting up an LLC does not take the place of a trust account or a bond.

The Golden Rule of Client Money

Never use one client’s payment to pay for another client’s trip, your rent, your software, or anything personal before you deliver their travel. In California, this is considered a crime, not just a bookkeeping error. Always keep client money, business money, and personal money separate.

Penalties Are Real

• If you break the Seller of Travel law, you could face a misdemeanor charge, fines up to $10,000, up to a year in county jail, or both, for each violation.
• Mishandling client money can be charged as a felony if the total is $2,350 or more in a year, or more than $950 from one client in a year. Fines can go up to $25,000.
• Using a fake registration number to commit fraud is also against the law and can be punished.

That isn’t meant to scare you off. Follow the process, and none of it will ever apply to you.

Step 6: Set Up Your California Business

Choose a Structure

You don’t have to form an LLC to work as a travel agent in California. Sole proprietors can qualify for the host exemption too. While an LLC can help protect your personal assets, it’s expensive here. It’s a good idea to check with a tax professional before making your choice.

California LLC Costs

• Every LLC in California must pay an $800 yearly tax, even if business is slow. The first-year waiver only applied to LLCs formed between 2021 and 2023, so if you start an LLC in 2026, you’ll owe this tax right away. The first payment is due by the 15th day of the fourth month after you form your LLC.
• If your LLC generates $250,000 or more in California revenue, you’ll pay an additional fee.
• You’ll also need to file a Statement of Information, which costs $20. It’s due within 90 days after you form your LLC, and then every two years.

Local Requirements

Registering with the state isn’t enough. You’ll need to check with your city and county for local requirements like:

• A business license or business tax certificate
• Home business or zoning rules
• A Fictitious Business Name filing (plus a newspaper notice) if you use a brand name instead of your legal name
• Rules about clients visiting your home

Los Angeles, San Diego, San Jose, Sacramento, and counties handle this differently. Don’t assume your city works the same way as the one next door.

Get an EIN and a Business Bank Account

You can get an EIN, a free federal tax ID number, online from the IRS in minutes. Set up a separate business bank account to keep your income and expenses organized. Keep track of things like host fees, training, software, insurance, marketing, and commissions. It’s also smart to work with a tax professional on estimated taxes. Remember, not every trip you take will count as a business write-off just because you sell travel.

California’s Contractor Rules

California has special contractor rules for travel agents under its ABC test if you meet certain conditions. Just calling yourself an independent contractor isn’t enough. Read your host contract closely!

Step 7: Get Practical Travel Agent Training

You don’t need a college degree to get started. Most travel agents begin with a high school diploma and learn on the job. The most important thing is learning how to make real bookings correctly. Having a certificate is less important than practical skills.

Start by learning these key skills:

• How to run a client consultation
• How to compare suppliers and rate types
• How to read cancellation and change rules
• How deposits and final payments work
• Which parts of a booking earn commission
• How to document client approval
• How to handle changes, delays and complaints
• How to use a CRM (software for tracking clients and follow-ups)
• How to sell without being pushy

Before working with your first real client, try building a complete sample proposal. Add your consultation notes, two or three travel options, cancellation terms, a payment schedule, and a pre-trip checklist. This practice will help you spot any weak areas before they affect a sale.

Certifications and supplier courses help you build skills and credibility. Many cruise lines and resorts offer free online training. However, these do not take the place of California’s Seller of Travel rules.

An IATA number is an industry ID that allows agencies to book travel and receive commissions. It is not a state license, and most host agencies will provide one for you. Only buy credentials if you are sure your business model requires them.

Step 8: Set Up Insurance, Disclosures and Legal Advertising

Errors and Omissions Insurance

Errors and omissions (E&O) insurance helps protect you from certain professional mistakes, such as entering a wrong name on a nonrefundable booking. If your host agency offers this coverage, be sure to ask:

• Are independent agents included?
• Is my business entity covered?
• What’s excluded?
• What’s the deductible?
• Does coverage continue for past bookings if I leave?

Selling Travel Insurance

In California, you need a special license to sell travel insurance. You can only offer it if you have the right setup and complete training, which must be updated at least every three years. Always use approved materials, keep a record of whether each client accepted or declined coverage, and never guarantee that a policy will pay a specific claim.

Required Written Disclosures

Before you take any payment, even a small deposit, California law says you must give your client the following information in writing:

• Your business name, address, and phone number
• The total price, the amount paid so far, any future payment dates, and the balance due
• The provider, plus departure dates, times and places
• All terms and conditions, including cancellation rules
• A statement that money paid for travel not provided will be refunded when the client isn’t at fault
• Your trust account or bond information, if you’re required to have one
• Whether the sale is covered by the restitution fund, and how to file a claim

This detail often surprises people: if you do not provide cancellation terms in writing, you might not be allowed to charge cancellation penalties later. The state offers sample disclosures you can use, and your host agency should also provide approved templates.

Display Your Registration Number

Make sure to display the correct registration number—either yours or your host’s—on your website footer, social media profiles, ads, emails, business cards, and proposals. Do not imply that the State of California endorses you.

California’s Honest Pricing Law

According to California’s Honest Pricing Law, any advertised price must include all required fees. Only government taxes and a few other charges can be excluded. If a trip has a mandatory fee, include it upfront instead of adding it at checkout. Ask your host agency to review how this law applies to your quotes and fees.

Step 9: Choose a Niche That Makes the Most of Your California Advantage

Saying “I book everything for everyone” is tough to market and easy to forget. But “I help Southern California families plan their first cruise” is memorable. Having a niche gives you a clear message, focused training, and a referral line people will remember.

Theme Parks Close to Home

Disneyland Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood are right in your backyard. You can specialize in:

• First-time Disneyland trips
• Multi-park Southern California vacations
• Theme parks combined with a beach stay in Anaheim, Huntington Beach or San Diego
• Multigenerational family trips
• Out-of-state families flying in for a California park vacation

Visiting often is a big advantage. You’ll know which hotels are actually close and which just seem close on a map.

West Coast Cruises

You can find cruise departures from Los Angeles, Long Beach, San Diego, and San Francisco. Popular routes include the Mexican Riviera, Baja, Hawaii, the Pacific Coast, and Alaska. Many clients can drive to the port, saving money on airfare and avoiding extra stress.

Always double-check the exact terminal. “An LA cruise” could mean several different ports, and sending a family to the wrong one is a mistake they won’t forget.

Hawaii, Mexico and the Pacific

Short flights from California make Hawaii and Mexico easy to sell. Clients often need help choosing an island, comparing all-inclusive resorts, picking room types, and booking transfers. This is where a good advisor really proves their value.

In-State Getaways

People in California love exploring their own state. Think about Napa and Sonoma wine weekends, trips to Yosemite and Sequoia, Big Sur road trips, Lake Tahoe ski adventures, and Palm Springs getaways. Travelers from other states book these trips too.

Audience Niches

You can also choose your niche based on who you want to help:

• Busy tech professionals in the Bay Area who want everything handled
• Families planning around school calendars
• Honeymooners and destination weddings
• Travelers with accessibility needs
• Spanish-speaking clients, if you can serve them confidently
• Local clubs, churches, and affinity groups

Chat with a few people in your chosen niche before you invest in branding.

Step 10: Start Marketing and Get Your First Clients

1. Come up with a one-sentence pitch. For example: “I help California families plan stress-free theme park vacations.”
2. Make a simple website. Include who you help, what you book, how your service works, your fees, any required disclosures, your registration number, and an easy way for people to contact you.
3. Set up a Google Business Profile if you can.
4. Share helpful tips. Write short posts such as “How to Choose a Disneyland Hotel” or “What to Compare Before Your First Cruise from Long Beach.”
5. Connect with local referral partners. Try reaching out to wedding planners, schools, clubs, and community groups.
6. Begin by helping friends and family, and make sure you give them the same disclosures as you would any other client.
7. Keep track of everything. Write down where your leads come from, who books with you, and which bookings are most valuable.

Stick with what works and let go of what doesn’t. It’s better to have a simple system you use all year than a big plan you abandon after a few months.

How Much Does It Cost to Become a Travel Agent in California?

There isn’t one set cost. Employees, hosted sole proprietors, and standalone LLC agencies each pay different amounts.

Possible state and local costs:

• Seller of Travel registration: $100 per location each year, only if you register yourself
• Restitution fund: a separate yearly fee if you need to participate. Check with the fund for the current amount.
• LLC yearly tax: $800, only if you form an LLC
• LLC Statement of Information: $20 every two years
• City and county filings: costs depend on where you are located.

Other common costs include host fees, training, E&O insurance, website and email setup, CRM software, bookkeeping, and marketing.

A hosted sole proprietor can often get started for a few hundred dollars. A standalone LLC agency, with its own registration, a trust account or bond, and the $800 tax, will cost much more. Try sorting your expenses into three groups: required now, helpful now, and can wait.

How Much Do Travel Agents Make in California?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the national median wage for travel agents was $50,160 as of May 2025. In California, about 5,800 travel agents are employed, earning an average wage in the mid-$50,000s. These numbers reflect wages for employees, not guaranteed income for new business owners.

Self-employed agents make money from supplier commissions and planning fees, which are collected through an approved process. Here’s a simple way to look at it:

Commissions received + fees kept − business expenses = profit before taxes

Booking a trip doesn’t mean you get paid right away. Many suppliers pay commission only after the client has traveled, and your host pays you after that. It’s a good idea to keep some savings for slower months.

The highest-earning agents usually have three things: a clear niche, loyal clients who return, and a steady stream of referrals.

How Long Does It Take to Become a Travel Agent in California?

There isn’t a fixed timeline. You might spend a few weeks joining a host agency and completing basic training. Setting up an LLC and registering takes more time. The 10-day filing window is just the minimum for state registration, not the whole process.

You’ll know you’re prepared when you can clearly explain your services, make accurate bookings, provide the right disclosures, and manage payments properly.

Can You Work From Home or Part-Time?

Yes, you can! Most travel agents in California work from home, and many begin part-time while still keeping another job. Before you get started, consider the following:

• Check your city or county’s home business rules
• Decide which address and phone number will appear publicly
• Set response times so clients know what to expect
• Have a plan for urgent problems while you’re at work

Working part time doesn’t change the Seller of Travel rules. The same laws apply whether you make one booking a month or fifty.

FAM Trips: Learning on the Road

FAM trips, or familiarization trips, are discounted or hosted trips that let agents experience destinations, resorts, and cruise ships in person. Suppliers offer these trips because agents are better at selling what they know firsthand.

These trips are one of the best perks of being a travel agent, but remember to treat them as learning opportunities, not free vacations. Before you go, make sure to check:

• Who’s eligible and what you’ll actually pay
• Required hotel tours, ship inspections, or training sessions
• Whether a companion can come
• Whether the product fits your clients

Living in California is definitely an advantage! Many West Coast cruise ship tours, Southern California resort events, and theme park training sessions are close enough to drive to instead of having to fly.

While you’re on a FAM trip, take notes. Compare different room types, check how far you have to walk, look at accessibility, and consider which clients would enjoy the experience and which might not. These firsthand details make your advice valuable.

Common Mistakes New California Travel Agents Make

• Don’t assume your host agency will handle everything. Get the California compliance process in writing.
• If you take client payments yourself, you could lose your exemption and face serious legal risks.
• Don’t collect planning fees through your own payment app. Always use the payment method your host agency approves.
• If you form a multi-owner LLC, you won’t qualify for the host exemption.
• The first-year LLC tax waiver no longer applies to LLCs formed after 2023.
• Don’t start advertising before you’re fully set up. Just advertising can make you a seller of travel in California.
• Always include your registration number on every advertisement. It’s required by law.
• Skipping written disclosures. Without written cancellation terms, you may not be able to enforce them.
• Hiding required fees. The Honest Pricing Law prohibits it.
• Choosing a host only on commission split. Support, training, and reliable pay matter more.
• Avoid promising things you can’t control, like upgrades, refunds, insurance payouts, or perfect weather.
• Remember, your income is commission, not the trip’s total price.

California Travel Agent Launch Checklist

• Career path chosen
• Business type fits your plan
• Host registration checked in Seller Search, or your own registration filed
• Restitution fund requirements handled
• City and county filings done
• Client payment and planning fee process approved
• Written disclosures ready
• Registration number on all marketing
• E&O insurance understood
• Travel insurance training done, if you’ll offer it
• Practice booking completed
• Budget includes ongoing costs
• Niche chosen and first marketing plan ready

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a license to be a travel agent in California?
You don’t need to take a license exam. Just register as a Seller of Travel with the California Attorney General, or work with a registered host agency and make sure you meet all the exemption requirements.

How much does it cost to become a travel agent in California?
If you register yourself, state registration costs $100 per location each year. There’s also a separate fee for the restitution fund, and an LLC pays $800 a year. Hosted sole proprietors usually start for a few hundred dollars.

Can I become a travel agent in California with no experience?
Yes, you can. Beginner training and a helpful host agency can help you get started. You don’t need a degree.

Can I work from home as a travel agent in California?
Yes, most agents work from home. Just make sure to check your city or county’s rules for home businesses.

How do I become a travel agent in California fast?
Join a registered host agency, check that you qualify for the exemption, complete beginner training, and set up your required disclosures. Many agents are ready to start in just a few weeks.

What is a California Seller of Travel number?
This is the number the state gives to registered sellers of travel. You must include it on all your advertising.

Do I need an LLC to be a travel agent in California?
No, you don’t. If you are a sole proprietor, you can qualify for the host agency exemption.

Can hosted agents charge planning fees in California?
You can only charge planning fees if client money goes through your host agency, not directly to you.

What is the Travel Consumer Restitution Fund?
This fund helps repay California travelers if a registered seller does not deliver as promised. It is run by a nonprofit, not the state.

How do I check if a host agency is registered in California?
You can use the Seller Search on the Attorney General’s website, or ask the host agency for its registration acknowledgment and check when it expires.

Do I need an IATA number in California?
You do not need your own. Most host agencies provide one.

How much do travel agents make in California?
Employed agents in California usually earn in the mid-$50,000s. If you are self-employed, your income depends on your niche, client base, and expenses.

Do I need to register if I live outside California but sell to Californians?
Yes. The law follows the client, so you need your own registration or must work with a qualifying host agency.

Can a married couple share an LLC under the host exemption?
No. A multi-member LLC does not qualify for the exemption.

Does California registration mean the state recommends an agency?
No. Registration is not an endorsement.

What happens if I sell travel without registering?
You could face late fees, back fees, misdemeanor charges, and in serious cases involving money, felony charges.

Can I sell travel insurance after joining a host?
You can only sell travel insurance if you have an approved setup and have completed the required training.

Do hotel-only planners need to register?
Do not assume hotel-only planners are exempt. Offering packages or advertising can bring you under the law.

How long is California Seller of Travel registration good for?
One year. It has to be renewed every year.

Can I use a host agency based outside California?
Yes, as long as the host agency has a current California registration and your setup meets all exemption conditions.

Your Next Step

California gives you theme parks, four major cruise ports, wine country, and millions of people who love to travel. The only extra hurdle is the Seller of Travel law, and now you know how to clear it.

Choose your path, confirm your California setup, and pick a niche you enjoy. Then start booking with confidence. Your first client might already be in your phone!