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Managing Your Membership
Select from the list below to manage your Engineers Australia membership:
- Renew your membership
- Re-instate a lapsed membership
- Re-admission to Chartered Status
- Transfer or upgrade membership
- Articulation Guidelines
- Apply for concessions or discounts
- Resign your membership
- Guide to membership of Engineers Australia (PDF 169KB)
Important Announcement - New Fee Structure and New Requirements for Membership Applications from 1 January 2011
Please note that as of 1 January 2011, new fees will apply to applications and services of Engineers Australia - excluding Membership Subscription 2010-11. See below for the new fee structure:- 2010-11 Fees for Australian Residents (EFFECTIVE 1 JAN 2011) (PDF 59KB)
- 2010-11 Fees for Overseas Residents (EFFECTIVE 1 JAN 2011) (PDF 60KB)
Renew your membership
Engineers Australia Membership subscriptions are based on the financial year, beginning on July 1 and ending on June 30. To renew your membership by 30 June each year, simply make a payment using one of the options to the right.Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make a payment for my membership subscription renewal?For your convenience, there are several different payment methods available, which are all listed on the right hand side of this page and also on the reverse side of your Subscription Renewal Notice.
If you would like to pay online, login to the website and click on the Make a Payment icon. Please note that you cannot make any changes to your subscription if you are paying online.
Why do I have an opening balance?
Members may find an opening balance on their subscription renewal notice. This is generally due to unpaid subscription fees from previous years which have been carried over to the new invoice period.
How do I make amendments to my invoice?
If you would like to amend your invoice in any way (e.g. add a publication or Technical Society membership), please fill out the details in the space provided on the reverse side of your renewals notice and return with your payment slip; if you require assistance, please contact Member Services.
What is the late payment fee and why am I being charged?
The late payment administration fee was introduced to cover the administrative costs involved in undertaking the arrears recovery process. Any member who does not pay their subscription by the due date (July 1, 2010) will incur this fee.
How do I apply for a concession or discount?
Click here to find out about applying for concessions and discounts.
How do I upgrade my membership?
Click here to find out how you can upgrade your membership.
I have completed my studies, why am I still recorded as a Student?
Student members who wish to upgrade to Graduate must submit a formal application. This is not an automatic process because Engineers Australia must confirm that you have successfully completed an accredited undergraduate course.
What is the BPay biller code number?
This information can be found under the ‘BPay' heading on the right hand side of this page.
Can I arrange for an Electronic Funds Transfer?
No. Engineers Australia does not accept Direct Deposit or Electronic Funds Transfers; however you can pay your bill monthly by Direct Debit. For further details of how to set this up, please see the information under the ‘Direct Debit' heading on the right hand side of this page.
Can I have my subscription notice invoiced to my employer or company?
The subscription notice will be invoiced to the member; arrangements can be made to have the subscription notice issued to C/O (Care of) the employer or company.
Can I request a receipt? How do I get a receipt?
An official receipt can be issued by request 24 hours after payment has been made. To request an official receipt, please fill out this form.
Reinstating your membership
Has your membership lapsed and you want to re-apply? Complete an application form for your grade of membership and mail to:Membership
Engineers Australia
11 National Circuit
BARTON ACT 2600
You will also need to pay your subscription fee plus an administration fee.
Re-admission to Chartered Status
Do you want to be re-admitted to Chartered Status?Transfer or upgrade your membership
To upgrade (e.g. from Graduate to Member) or transfer from one occupational category to another, download and complete the application form for the grade and category for which you would like to apply.When should I upgrade?
- Upgrade to Graduate from Student if you have completed your undergraduate qualification
- Upgrade to Member from Graduate if you have at least three years of relevant work experience in an engineering field
- Apply for Chartered Status if you have the experience to meet the National Generic Competency Standards
- Register on NPER, NETR or NEAR if you are CPEng or CEngT CEngOand want recognition in an area of practice on one of the Registers.
When should I transfer?
Full details on how to transfer from one occupational category to another can be found in the Engineers Australia Articulation Guide.For further assistance about upgrades and transfers, contact Member Services or call 1300 653 113.
Concessions and discounts
You may be eligible for a membership discount or concession rate.Dual membership discount
Engineers Australia membership subscription discounts are available to members who are also members of the following:
- IPWEA – $16.50 (inc GST)
Each member is entitled to receive one discount only, calculated as the highest-value discount for which the member is eligible.
To receive the discount, please notify us of your joint membership with any of these bodies. It will then appear on your Renewal Notice. If it does not appear, please post us evidence of your memberships with your next renewal payment and pay the full amount. The discount will appear as a credit balance on your next Renewal Notice, in the item code SB – Membership Subscription.
Technical Society discount
Members of Engineers Australia, other than free students, who join one or more Technical Societies are entitled to a single discount of $16.50 (includes GST) off their Engineers Australia membership subscription.
Learn more about Technical Societies and discover how Technical Society membership can benefit your career
Learn more about Technical Societies and discover how Technical Society membership can benefit your career
Concession subscription rate
The Concession Subscription Rate is available to a member in any grade or occupational category who:
- Is over 55, has been a financial member continuously for five years, and has retired from all paid work; or
- Is unable to work by reason of unemployment, disability, ill health, pregnancy, parental obligation, participation in full-time postgraduate study directly related to their engineering competencies, temporary severe financial difficulty or other sufficient cause.
Retired Members paying the concession rate are eligible for the discount for membership of one Technical Society, but not for any other discount.
For more information, contact Member Services or call 1300 653 113.
Resigning your membership
Members wishing to resign their membership are required to do so in writing (mail, email or fax).So we can identify you accurately, please include your Engineers Australia member number, full name and contact details in your correspondence.