Membership Overview

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We welcome US registered architects, internationally registered architects, architectural interns/assistant architects, students of architecture, and members of allied professions. AIA UK membership categories are listed below, and AIA National membership categories are listed on the AIA website.

If you already hold a membership with a different chapter, find instructions on how to transfer your membership here.

If any of your contact details change, please update them on both your AIA My Account and your AIA UK Profile.

Membership dues are calculated for the calendar year, January to December. New member dues are pro-rated monthly.

AIA UK Membership Benefits

Membership means more than a title - it is access to peers, decades of architectural knowledge, and opportunities to grow. Being a member of AIA UK is a great opportunity to build connections, keep learning, and help shape the AIA UK agenda. Check out all the benefits here!

  • Community and Connections.

  • Learning and professional growth.

  • Recognition and opportunities.

  • Access to the comprehensive AIA UK Chapter Member Directory.

  • A subscription to the Chapter's quarterly e-newsletter.

  • Discounted tickets to AIA UK Chapter lectures, symposia and events, including signature chapter events such as the annual Excellence in Design Awards Gala, Summer Gala, and the AIA UK/ RIBA Keynote Lecture.

  • Access to discussions and a wide range of committee events, both educational and social. From exhibitions to receptions, local involvement encourages fellowship and increases knowledge of professional practice issues.

  • Access to committees which offer opportunities to explore specific issues in architectural practice and education with like-minded members.

  • Access to continuing education, Architectural Registration Exam study materials, and other reference materials.

  • Access to a free Legal Helpline, courtesy of law firm Beale & Company.

  • Tax deductible membership dues. Find out more about this here.

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AIA UK Membership Categories

Whether you’re a student, professional, or international member, AIA UK connects you with resources, events, and a global community. Find the Chapter Membership that's right for you:

Architect

Associate

International Associate

Professional Affiliates

  • Eligibility: Professionals who are affiliated with the profession of architecture or a related design profession

  • Dues: AIA UK Chapter dues. Membership in AIA National is optional.

  • Benefits: AIA UK Chapter Benefits.

Students

AIA UK Membership Categories

Whether you’re a student, professional, or international member, AIA UK connects you with resources, events, and a global community. Find the Chapter Membership that's right for you:

Professional Allied Affiliate

Student Affiliate

  • Registered architect in the US

Architect

Eligibility

  • US educated architectural interns/assistant architects

Associate

  • Registered architect in the UK or other non-USA jurisdiction

International Associate

Dues

  • Professionals who are affiliated with the profession of architecture or a related design profession

  • Student of architecture or a related design profession

  • AIA National dues

  • AIA International dues

  • AIA UK Chapter dues

  • AIA National dues

  • AIA International dues

  • AIA UK Chapter dues

  • AIA National dues

  • AIA International dues

  • AIA UK Chapter dues

  • AIA UK Chapter dues only

  • Free

Benefits

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