Join the RIBA

Join the RIBA

Our members are the lifeblood of our organisation. 40,000 strong (and growing) and located all over the world, they form a thriving, dynamic community of architects, students, Chartered Practices and members of the general public… all with a shared passion for architecture.

Access to valuable services

As a member of the RIBA, you will enjoy a wealth of benefits. From specialist support and information (including access to the world's finest source of architectural data at the British Architectural Library|), to a year-round diary of lectures and social and cultural events, advice on legal matters, pensions, insurance, training, recruitment, CPD and more… it's no wonder RIBA membership is fast becoming indispensable to those connected with the profession.

A chance to make a difference

But it's not just about specific benefits. Becoming a member of RIBA is also an exciting opportunity to work together towards achieving the RIBA's core aims:

  • make architecture as widely accessible as possible
  • improve the physical environment
  • share values, ideas, learning and practices
  • maintain educational standards and professional practice
  • act as a voice for the profession in the world arena

Types of membership

You can either join the RIBA as an individual| or a practice|, with different levels of membership within these depending on where you are in your career.