Our membership year runs from 1 October – 30 September and fees are due annually.
The fees on this page are correct for the 2025/2026 membership year.
Please note that all payments are to be made in British pound sterling (GBP) only.
Membership fees
| Grade | Group A | Group B | Group C | Reduced fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fellow | £341 | £153 | £119 | £89 |
| Member | £298 | £136 | £106 | £79 |
| Associate | £195 | £88 | £68 | £50 |
| Affiliate | £195 | £88 | £68 | £50 |
Professional registration fees
|
Registration level |
Entrance fee (inc. annual fee) |
Annual fee |
Annual fee (Retired) |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Chartered |
£113.31 |
£83.45 |
£45.36 |
|
Incorporated/Registered |
£103.29 |
£75.97 |
£41.62 |
|
EngTech/MarEngTech/MarTech |
£71.26 |
£58.06 |
£33.67 |
|
Engineering Council Interim Registration |
£13.18 |
£17.67 |
£0 |
Understanding professional registration application fees
Your application fee may compose of an assessment fee, an annual membership fee, and a professional registration entrance fee (if applying for professional registration).
An assessment fee of £90 is required if you are applying to become a Member or Fellow.
Fees are prorated for members that join between April and September.
Reclaim tax on your membership fees
Some IMarEST members are eligible to reclaim tax on their annual membership fee. Check with your local tax office for more details.
United Kingdom
HMRC allows you to claim tax relief on professional subscriptions or fees which you have to pay to carry out your work. You can find out more on HMRC's website.
Singapore
Members in Singapore may be able to claim membership subscription as a deductible expense against income under certain conditions. Visit the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore's website for more information.