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BKM Travels LLC proudly recognizes and values the essential role of consortiums, independent travel agents, host agencies, and affiliated travel professionals in expanding access to quality travel services and delivering exceptional customer experiences. As part of its commitment to fostering strong industry partnerships, BKM Travels LLC offers a structured commission program designed to fairly compensate the travel agents for qualifying bookings across a range of travel products, including air travel, hotel accommodations, car rental bookings, vacation packages, and group travel bookings.
Our commission framework is built to support long-term collaboration with accredited travel professionals by providing competitive, transparent, and performance-based compensation opportunities. Commissions are generally earned on net eligible bookings after applicable supplier deductions, service fees, and booking conditions, and are subject to individual supplier policies, fare rules, and booking classifications. Eligibility for commission payouts may vary depending on the type of fare, promotional restrictions, booking channel, and contractual agreements with travel suppliers.
BKM Travels LLC is committed to maintaining timely and accurate commission processing in accordance with industry standards, while also ensuring compliance with all airline, hotel, and third-party supplier regulations. This program is intended to incentivize growth, reward booking performance, and strengthen mutually beneficial relationships with the travel agents and independent agencies operating within the travel ecosystem.
BKM Travels LLC reserves the right to modify commission structures at any time.
| Air Product Type | Commission Range (Base) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Economy (US) | 0% – 5% | Mostly zero-commission; markup driven |
| Domestic Premium Economy | 2% – 7% | Limited carrier participation |
| International Economy | 1% – 6% | Varies by airline & route |
| International Premium Economy | 3% – 8% | Higher margins on select carriers |
| Business Class (Domestic/Intl) | 3% – 10% | Stronger commission potential |
| First Class / Luxury Air | 5% – 12% | High-yield inventory |
| Consolidator Airfares | Net + Markup Model | Agent-controlled pricing |
| Bulk / Group Air Contracts | Fixed + Incentive Bonus | Based on volume agreements |
| Low-Cost Carrier (LCC) | 0% | Markup-only model |
| Hotel Category | Commission Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Budget Hotels (1–2 Star) | 5% – 10% | Limited inclusions |
| Midscale Hotels (3 Star) | 8% – 12% | Standard OTA rates |
| Upscale Hotels (4 Star) | 10% – 15% | Strong availability |
| Luxury Hotels (5 Star) | 12% – 20% | Premium commission potential |
| All-Inclusive Resorts | 10% – 18% | Higher seasonal variance |
| Boutique / Independent Hotels | 10% – 22% | Negotiated rates possible |
| Extended Stay / Serviced Apartments | 8% – 12% | Long-stay bookings |
| Chain Hotels (Direct Contracted) | 8% – 14% | Brand-dependent |
| Net Rate Hotel Inventory | Markup Allowed | Agent-controlled pricing |
| Car Rental Category | Commission Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Economy Cars | 5% – 10% | High-volume, low-margin segment |
| Compact / Mid-size Cars | 6% – 12% | Standard booking category |
| Full-size Cars | 7% – 13% | Higher base pricing allows better margins |
| SUVs / Premium SUVs | 8% – 15% | Strong commission potential |
| Luxury / Premium Vehicles | 10% – 18% | High-value bookings |
| Convertible / Specialty Cars | 8% – 16% | Seasonal demand-based pricing |
| Chauffeur / Limousine Services | 10% – 20% | Service-based premium margin |
| Long-Term Rentals (7+ days) | 6% – 14% | Discounted daily rates may apply |
| Airport Rental Pickups | 5% – 12% | High demand but competitive pricing |
| Net Rate Rental Inventory | Markup-Based | Agent controls final pricing |
| Vacation Package Type | Commission Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Budget Packages | 8% – 12% | Economy travel bundles |
| Standard Packages (Air + Hotel) | 10% – 15% | Core OTA product |
| Premium Packages | 12% – 18% | Upscale hotel + flights |
| Luxury Packages | 15% – 22% | High-margin exclusive itineraries |
| All-Inclusive Resorts | 12% – 20% | Strong supplier incentives |
| Cruise Packages (if bundled) | 10% – 18% | Subject to cruise line rules |
| Honeymoon / Romance Packages | 15% – 25% | High-value seasonal product |
| Group Vacation Packages | 10% – 20% | Based on group size & contract |
| Custom Itinerary Packages | 12% – 22% | Tailor-made travel solutions |
| Flash Sale / Promotional Packages | 5% – 10% | Discounted inventory |
Additional +2% to +5% bonus commission for bundled air + hotel + transfer packages.
Additional commission uplift for bookings above:
+2% commission for bookings made 90+ days in advance.
Higher commission potential during peak summer travel, holiday seasons, and major destination events.
Travel agents may apply uncapped markup on wholesale vacation packages where permitted. Pricing control remains with agent, subject to supplier restrictions.
| Group Type | Commission Structure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Small Groups (10–20 pax) | 5% – 10% | Standard group rates |
| Medium Groups (21–50 pax) | 8% – 12% | Better negotiated margins |
| Large Groups (51–150 pax) | 10% – 15% | Volume-based incentives |
| Corporate Groups | 8% – 18% | Contract-dependent |
| Wedding Groups / Destination Events | 10% – 20% | High-yield seasonal pricing |
| Religious / Pilgrimage Groups | 6% – 12% | Structured pricing |
| Student / Educational Groups | 5% – 10% | Budget-focused margins |
| Sports Teams / Charters | 8% – 15% | Custom airline contracts |
| Incentive Travel Groups | 10% – 18% | Premium package commissions |
Additional +1% to +5% bonus commission based on total group size or revenue threshold.
Extra +2% commission for bookings confirmed 90–180 days in advance.
Increased margins during peak travel seasons including holidays, summer, and major events.
Travel agents may apply an uncapped mark-up on the bulk group air/hotel rates.
| Ancillary Product | Commission |
|---|---|
| Seat Selection | 0% – 3% |
| Baggage Add-ons | 0% – 5% |
| Travel Insurance | 10% – 35% |
| Airport Transfers | 8% – 15% |
| Tours & Activities | 10% – 25% |
| VIP Services / Concierge | 10% – 20% |
| Monthly Volume | Bonus Commission |
|---|---|
| $25,000 – $50,000 | +1% |
| $50,001 – $100,000 | +2% |
| $100,001 – $250,000 | +3% |
| $250,000+ | Custom negotiated |
This Commission Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into by and between BKM Travels LLC ("BKM Travels," "Company," "we," "us," or "our") and any registered or approved travel agent, independent contractor, host agency, sub-agent, or affiliated travel seller ("Agent," "you," or "your").
By accessing, participating in, or receiving commission-based compensation from BKM Travels LLC, you acknowledge and agree to be bound by the terms of this Agreement.
This Agreement governs the terms under which BKM Travels LLC compensates travel agents and independent agencies for qualifying travel bookings, including but not limited to:
This Agreement applies to all commissionable transactions processed through BKM Travels LLC systems, supplier platforms, or affiliated distribution channels.
Commissions are earned only on qualifying, completed, and supplier-approved bookings. A booking is considered eligible for commission only when:
BKM Travels LLC reserves the sole right to determine commission eligibility.
Travel agents may be granted access to an uncapped markup facility, allowing independent pricing control over retail fares. Under this structure:
BKM Travels LLC may modify or revoke markup privileges at any time without prior notice.
Commission earnings may include: main commission on flights, hotels, car rentals and vacation packages (BKM Travels LLC paid), bonus commissions (promotional campaigns), and group booking commissions. Commission rates are subject to BKM Travels LLC's policies, fare class restrictions, booking channel rules, seasonal or promotional adjustments, and contractual limitations. BKM Travels LLC does not guarantee fixed commission percentages unless expressly stated in writing.
Commission payments are issued only after supplier commission settlement, travel completion (where applicable), verification of booking validity, and expiry of refund or cancellation windows. Payments are issued on a weekly basis, every Friday, via approved methods including ACH or Wire Transfer only.
BKM Travels LLC reserves the right to deduct or adjust commissions for refunds or cancellations, chargebacks or disputes, supplier debit memos, fraudulent or invalid bookings, pricing corrections, duplicate bookings, and non-compliant transactions. Travel agents are liable for the repayment of commissions already disbursed for subsequently invalidated bookings.
All commissions are subject to clawback rights. BKM Travels LLC may recover paid commissions if the booking is cancelled or refunded, the supplier reverses commission payment, fraud or misrepresentation is detected, a chargeback is initiated, or the booking violates supplier or company agreement. Clawbacks may be executed via offsetting future commission payments, direct debit recovery, invoice issuance to Agent, or legal collection actions. Travel agents remain fully liable for clawback amounts.
Group travel commissions may be subject to separate negotiated contracts, minimum group thresholds, attrition clauses, supplier-specific payout structures, and delayed settlement timelines. Commission is only payable after full group settlement and supplier confirmation.
Travel agents must comply with all fraud prevention and compliance requirements, including accurate customer information submission, valid payment authorization, no manipulation of pricing or bookings, no unauthorized use of payment methods, and compliance with supplier rules. BKM Travels LLC may suspend or terminate commission privileges for suspected fraud or agreement violations.
BKM Travels LLC reserves the right to withhold commission payments if a booking is under investigation, fraud is suspected, service payment is pending, documentation is incomplete, or chargebacks are in progress.
Travel agents acknowledge that retail pricing is independently controlled by the agent, BKM Travels LLC does not guarantee customer pricing competitiveness, supplier fare changes may impact profitability, and pricing errors are the Agent's responsibility once published.
Nothing in this agreement shall be interpreted as creating an employment relationship. Travel agents operate as independent contractors and are solely responsible for their taxes, business expenses, licensing requirements, and regulatory compliance.
BKM Travels LLC shall not be liable for lost commissions due to supplier changes, booking cancellations, system errors, payment delays, market fluctuations, or supplier insolvency. Total liability shall not exceed commissions actually earned and approved for payment.
BKM Travels LLC may suspend or terminate a travel agent's participation at any time for policy violations, fraud risk, chargeback activity, misuse of platform, poor performance, or legal or regulatory concerns. Termination does not relieve Agent of clawback obligations.
BKM Travels LLC reserves the right to audit booking records, commission calculations, payment histories, and agent compliance practices.
Travel agents agree to maintain confidentiality regarding net fares, supplier contracts, commission structures, internal pricing models, and business operations. Unauthorized disclosure may result in termination.
Any disputes arising under this agreement shall be resolved through binding arbitration in the State of South Carolina under the Federal Arbitration Act. Travel agents waive the right to jury trials, class actions, and collective claims.
This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of South Carolina.
If any provision is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain valid and enforceable.
This agreement constitutes the entire understanding between BKM Travels LLC and the travel agent regarding commissions and overrides all prior discussions or policies.
BKM Travels LLC reserves the right to modify this agreement at any time. Continued participation constitutes acceptance of updated terms.
By participating in the BKM Travels LLC commission program, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Commission Agreement.