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Membership FAQs

1. Who can I contact if I have further questions?

   Please contact the Membership Department on membership@iia.org.uk or 020 7819 1906/1923. Details of other departments can be found under Contact Us.

2. How do I apply for membership?

   All applicants must complete the application form (see How to Join). Students must send copies of educational and professional qualifications with their application.

3. How much are the fees?

   All new members pay an annual membership fee and a one-off registration fee. For full details please go to Fees.

4. Can I become a retired member if I retired before 60 or because of ill health?

   Applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please complete an application form for retired status, found under How to Join section.

5. What is the period of the membership year?

   The membership year runs from 1st April to 31st March. Full annual payment is due unless joining 1st January to 31st March when fees will be pro rated.

6. When do I have to pay my renewal fees?

   Two membership renewal reminders are sent to all members in February and April. If you have not paid your fees by May, we automatically lapse your membership.

7. How do I reinstate my membership?

   If your membership is lapsed due to non-payment of fees, please contact the Membership Department who will advise you. If you wish to reinstate after a period of a year or longer, please use the Reinstatement Form, found under How to Join. For those wishing to reinstate their Voting Member status please note that a copy of their qualification certificate must be submitted.

8. What is the difference between Student and Affiliate membership?

   Student Members join the Institute in order to take one of its qualifications. Students successfully completing the Diploma in Internal Audit Practice, Advanced Diploma in Internal Auditing and Management or Qualification in Computer Auditing will then be eligible for voting membership. Students successfully completing the Certificate in Internal Audit and Business Risk will remain non voting members.
   Affiliate Members receive the same benefits as Student Members but do not have to take exams and do not have any voting rights. This type of membership is usually suitable for those who might only be in internal audit for a short time or are not interested in studying towards a qualification at this point in their career.