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Red Book

Red Book

RICS Valuation - Professional Standards (the 'Red Book') contains mandatory rules, best practice guidance and related commentary for all members undertaking asset valuations.

The Red Book is issued by RICS as part of our commitment to promote and support high standards in valuation delivery worldwide. The publication details mandatory practices for RICS members undertaking valuation services. It also offers a useful reference resource for valuation users and other stakeholders.

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Red Book 2017

The latest of the Red Book (RICS Valuation, Global Standards 2017) took effect on 1 July 2017. View and download the global iteration or the regional variants of the standard.

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International Valuation Standards 2017

The International Valuation Standards 2017 forms the key guidance for valuation professionals globally and will underpin consistency, transparency and confidence in valuations.

National Association Valuation Standards 2014 (Switzerland)

The RICS Switzerland – National Association Valuation Standards are based on the 2014 edition of the Red Book that came into effect on 6 January 2014. It provides local guidance for valuers who are undertaking valuations in Switzerland under the requirements of the Red Book.