# International Airfreight Forwarders Association (IAFA)

*Last updated: 2026-06-25*

> Air freight forwarders seeking to consolidate their voice with airlines, regulators, and major industry bodies do so through professional trade associations – the International Airfreight Forwarders Association (IAFA) is one such organisation operating at the international level.

Air freight forwarders seeking to consolidate their voice with airlines, regulators, and major industry bodies do so through professional trade associations – the International Airfreight Forwarders Association (IAFA) is one such organisation operating at the international level. IAFA develops industry standards and certification schemes for compliant and secure cargo forwarding, and provides members with access to training programmes, professional networking, and market intelligence. Membership typically requires demonstrated professional qualifications and adherence to defined compliance standards. Note: IAFA has considerably lower industry recognition than FIATA or IATA; verifying its current scope and activity is advisable before citing it in official contexts.

**Source:** [https://www.iafa.org](https://www.iafa.org)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
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| Term | International Airfreight Forwarders Association (IAFA) |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 100 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-25 |
| Source | https://www.iafa.org |

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