Bulgarian Association of Travel Agencies
Dear colleagues,
The Bulgarian Association of Travel Agents (BATA) is the oldest, most established and most recognized professional organization in the tourism sector in Bulgaria. Since 1992, BATA has been working to protect the interests of tour operators and travel agencies, to improve the business environment, and to represent the industry before national and international institutions.
Today, more than ever, our sector needs unity, a strong voice and coordinated action. We invite you to become part of BATA – a community that stands for real results, real protection and real development for your business.
BATA represents the tourism industry before:
ministries and state institutions
parliamentary committees
regulatory bodies
international tourism organizations
When challenges arise – legal, administrative, regulatory or operational – BATA is the first to react, defend and insist on solutions that protect the interests of travel agencies.
When we stand together, our voice carries weight. When we are united, we are heard.
As a member of BATA, you will have the opportunity to:
participate in working groups
submit opinions and proposals
influence legislative changes
shape the regulations that define the future of our sector
Your voice becomes part of the decision‑making process, not just a reaction to it.
BATA actively works to:
reduce administrative burdens
ensure fair and transparent rules
protect the market from unfair practices
improve the working conditions for tour operators and agencies
As a member, you contribute to building a stronger, more stable and predictable tourism market.
Membership in BATA gives you:
opportunities to exchange experience with colleagues
access to new partnerships
support in resolving industry‑related issues
participation in joint initiatives
a strong professional network
When one of us faces a challenge, we support each other. When one succeeds, the whole sector benefits.
BATA organizes and participates in:
national tourism forums
international conferences
meetings with foreign tourism associations
info tours and presentations
professional trainings and seminars
As a member, you gain access to these events and the opportunity to present your business to a wide network of partners.
Members of BATA benefit from:
presence on the official BATA website (Bulgarian and English versions)
direct access to more than 1,000 Bulgarian travel agencies
opportunities to promote offers, news and events
participation in joint marketing campaigns
positioning as part of the most authoritative tourism organization in Bulgaria
BATA is not just an organization – it is a community working for:
better working conditions
higher professional standards
sustainable tourism
stronger international presence
greater respect for the profession
Your membership is an investment in the future of the entire sector.
If you wish to become a member of BATA and be part of the united voice of the tourism industry, please contact:
Odisey Spasov Chairman of BATA
Together we can achieve far more than any of us can alone. Together we can be the driving force of Bulgarian tourism.
Download and carefully read BATA’s Statute and Code of Ethics. By downloading and reading them, you undertake to comply with them as a BATA member.
To comply with BATA’s Statute and values (Art. 6–Art. 13 of the Statute and the Code of Ethics).
To provide us with your opinions and proposals on specific matters.
To contribute personally to the development and strengthening of our organization.
Application to the Management Board (you can download the application HERE).
Company details form – HERE “LEGAL ENTITY DATA FOR BATA MEMBERSHIP.pdf”.
Invitation with 15 reasons to become a BATA member – HERE “15 reasons to become a BATA member.pdf”.
As soon as your application is received, the Management Board will review it and you will be notified of the decision.
If the decision is positive, you must pay the annual membership fee.
This is how you become a member of BATA!