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Individual Agent Membership (IAM)

Individual Agent Membership (IAM) provides you with valuable benefits, tools, and resources to navigate the cruise industry, attract more clients, and increase your income. Individual Agent Membership also opens the door for you to pursue and achieve CLIA Certification.

ANNUAL DUES: $139

2026 Membership Enrollment is Now Open!!

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Questions?  Visit our Membership FAQs, email [email protected], or call (202) 759-9370 (Option #5).

Be Part of The Global Cruise Community

The integral membership for every cruise focused travel advisor, providing instant and global industry recognition with the CLIA EMBARC ID; access to comprehensive professional development and education; bonus commission opportunities, and exclusive personal travel recognition. Individual Agent Membership also opens the door for you to pursue and achieve CLIA Certification.

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CLIA offers a variety of resources and benefits to help you grow your business and increase your income

IAM Membership Benefits

CLIA EMBARC ID

The official credential of the global cruise industry. The CLIA Enrolled Member Benefit And Recognition Credential (EMBARC ID) provides instant industry recognition and access to CLIA member benefits, including CLIA Cruise Line and partner commissions. Your EMBARC ID will be mailed directly to you, rather than to your agency (certain exclusions apply). Please note that benefits are effective through December 31st.

EMBARC ID Benefits
Professional Development

CLIA Professional Development helps you keep your skills polished with CLIA Certification, certificate programs, instructor-led teaching, professional development events and online courses. CLIA provides a host of opportunities to take your career to the next level.

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Bonus Commissions and Travel Recognition

Bonus commissions, personal travel discounts from CLIA Cruise Lines and partners, as well as FOUR free online courses (a $156 value), discounted pricing on CLIA offerings and partner products, including CLIA Certification courses, event registrations and more. Plus, our Member Savings Program offers discounts on appliances, office supplies, shipping, technology and more.

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Agent Finder

Get listed on CLIA’s online Agent Finder to promote yourself to consumers looking for knowledgeable and reliable cruise-focused travel professionals, just $19.99 for the entire year!

Agent Finder
Connect with Industry Leaders

CLIA events, including Cruise360, the cruise industry’s official, largest and most dynamic conference, provide you with an opportunity to network with others in the industry.

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Relevant and Timely Information

Regular webinars and our monthly Travel Agent Cruise News deliver the latest information on the cruise industry.

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Government Affairs

CLIA advocates on behalf of the entire global cruise community.

Advocacy Initiatives
Maritime Policy

Supporting policies and practices that foster a safe, secure, healthy and sustainable cruise ship environment.

Cruise Line Policies

ANNUAL DUES: $139

(Agents affiliated with a CLIA Premier Agency Member are eligible for a $50 discount, automatically applied at checkout.)

2026 CLIA Individual Agent Membership is valid through December 31, 2026.

Eligibility Requirements

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