Technically none.... I don't think anywhere in the world requires you to have any kind of degree/certificate etc to become a Travel Agent. However.. What you need to have is a love of travel and the willingness to be helpful (among other things). There are travel schools you can pay money to attend, but there are probably just as many agencies who are willing to have you get your feet wet by starting "in the mail room". When it comes to computer systems and ticket systems etc, many agencies, while they would prefer that you have this knowledge already, will usually have some type of training in place with their computer reservations system and will get you trained through them. There would also be some in house training on computer systems and also in house systems for everyday functions.

Not really, you dont need to have qualifications as long as you have these: good communication skills strong customer focus good organisational skills strong computer and written skills able to work in a team high level of personal presentation able to work under pressure enjoy working with people a strong sales focus.

My situation is that I travel a lot and also take groups on trips. The travel agent I am using makes me feel like I am doing all the work and there are making a commission of my bookings. I might as well do the work and receive the extra income.

In the UK you do not need any qualifications to be an Estate Agent.

that is all wrong you need qualifications in english geography and travel and tourism....xx

If you're in the US: A love of travel and knowledge and enthusiasm for advising people about travel destinations and itineraries are important traits for a travel agent to have. Superb communication and computer skills are essential for talking with clients and making travel reservations. Education and training. The minimum requirement for those interested in becoming a travel agent is a high school diploma or equivalent; although many travel agencies prefer applicants who have a college degree and business or travel experience. Much of the training is provided on the job, a significant part of which consists of instruction on how to use reservation systems. Training specific to becoming a travel agent is available at the many vocational schools that offer full-time travel agent programs leading to a postsecondary vocational award. Travel agent courses also are offered in public adult education programs, online, and in community colleges. These programs teach students about cruise lines and sales techniques and how to use the reservations systems. They also provide general information about travel destinations. A few colleges offer bachelor’s or master’s degrees in travel and tourism. Some employers prefer agents who have backgrounds in computer science, geography, communication, foreign languages, or world history, because these backgrounds suggest an existing interest in travel and culture and help agents develop a rapport with clients. Courses in accounting and business management also are important, especially for those who expect to manage or start their own travel agencies. Continuing education is critical because the abundance of travel information readily available through the Internet and other sources has resulted in a more informed consumer who wants to deal with an expert when choosing a travel agent. Other qualifications. Travel agents must be well-organized, accurate, and detail-oriented in order to compile information from various sources and to plan and organize their clients’ travel itineraries. Agents also must be professional and courteous when dealing with travel representatives and clients. Other desirable qualifications include good writing and interpersonal skills and sales abilities. Personal travel experience is an asset because knowledge about a city or foreign country often helps influence a client’s travel plans. Business experience or training increasingly is important because agents need to know how to run a business profitably. As the Internet has become an important tool for making travel arrangements, more travel agencies use websites to provide their services to clients. This trend has increased the importance of computer skills in this occupation. Certification and advancement. Some employees start as reservation clerks or receptionists in travel agencies. With experience and some formal training, they can take on greater responsibilities and eventually assume travel agent duties. In agencies with many offices, travel agents may advance to busier offices or to office manager or other managerial position. Those who start their own agencies generally have experience in an established agency. These agents must gain formal approval from suppliers or corporations, such as airlines, ship lines, or rail lines to extend credit on reservations and ensure payment. The Airlines Reporting Corporation and the International Airlines Travel Agency Network, for example, are the approving bodies for airlines. To gain approval, an agency must be financially sound and employ at least one experienced manager or travel agent. The National Business Travel Association offers three types of designations for corporate travel professionals—Corporate Travel Expert, Certified Corporate Travel Executive, and Global Leadership Professional. Experienced travel agents can take advanced self-study or group-study courses from the Travel Institute, leading to the Certified Travel Counselor designation. The Travel Institute also offers marketing and sales skills development programs and destination specialist programs, which provide detailed knowledge of regions such as North America, Western Europe, the Caribbean, and the Pacific Rim. With the trend toward more specialization, these and other destination specialist courses are increasingly important. http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos124.htm

I became a Certified Travel Agent in July 2008. It wasn't hard and I work from home. I can set up a Brick and Morter agency if I like also. You can contact my source if you like. I love the members trips. www.travelersgetaways.com

this website tells you what you need to become a travel agent.which there are not really any specific requirements. more than anything just skills x http://www.buzzle.com/articles/how-to-become-a-travel-agent-qualifications-for-becoming-a-travel-agent.html