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Register for IHBC membership
To commence your registration for all categories of IHBC membership online click below:
- This online registration is for all categories of IHBC membership
- The default membership category here is Affiliate, the recommended starting point for anyone interested in IHBC membership AND the recommended starting point for anyone seeking to become an accredited professional 'Full member' of the IHBC.
Fees
- If your annual income is more than £19,000 the first year's subscription of £150, plus a one-off administration fee of £25.
- If your annual income is less than £18,500 the first year's subscription of £75, plus a one-off administration fee of £15.
Supporters
You can apply for Supporter Status by completing the form HERE
Affiliates
Find out more about Affiliate membership, and submit your application form HERE
Ancillary Documents
Associate Members Application Forms
Deadlines for Applications
For Full or Associate applications the dates will be:
Monday 1 December to be processed for April 2026
Monday 9 February to be processed for June 2026
Monday 25 May to be processed for September 2026
Monday 24 August to be processed for December 2026
Monday 30 November to be processed for April 2027
The estimated processing time for applications, from the submission date, is provided as a guideline only and is not a guarantee. When the Institute receives a large volume of applications, it will implement a strict process to limit the number assessed. If this happens, applications will be deferred to the next assessment round, and applicants will be notified of the anticipated decision date.
For membership application queries please contact Carmen Moran, IHBC Membership Services Officer at:
membershipservices@ihbc.org.uk
