Guides · updated 8 October 2026
Honest guides for anyone considering work in travel
Working in travel can mean different paths: opening your own registered agency, joining an existing structure, or developing an independent activity with training and support. This section gathers practical guides so you can understand what each path involves, which skills you will use, and what to check before you join any programme.
The activity described here is carried out online, from home. You do not have to live in Portugal. Legal and tax requirements vary by country. Details for your situation are explained when you get in touch through the information page.
You will not find guaranteed-income promises or shortcuts. The information is honest. Read, compare, and ask about the actual conditions of any proposal before you decide.
Global Gateways By Marta is a personal and independent channel, not an official icligo channel.
How to become a home-based travel agent
Two main paths — opening a registered agency or working within an established structure — plus the questions to ask before you join.
What does a travel consultant actually do?
The real tasks: research, compare, prepare proposals, support clients, and build your own contacts — and what this activity is not.
Further guides are currently available in Portuguese, covering how to start with no experience, part-time work, and the legal framework in Portugal.