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Need help with RICS membership? Find answers to common questions about joining, managing, or resigning from your membership below.
For common renewal queries, visit our Renewal FAQs.
RICS membership shows you meet high professional standards and ethical practices in the built and natural environment. As a member, you’ll receive:
RICS offers a range of membership grades based on your experience and qualifications:
Student membership is free and open to anyone studying a relevant degree or qualification - your course doesn’t need to be RICS-accredited. It’s a great way to connect with the profession early and access learning resources, networking opportunities, and career support while you study.
Yes. A recognised apprenticeship is a great way to start your surveying career, combining paid work with structured training. Once completed, it can lead to RICS membership. Level 3 Technical Surveying and Level 6/7 Chartered Surveyor Apprenticeships are only available in England.
Associate membership (AssocRICS) is a recognised professional grade for those with relevant technical qualifications or experience.
Chartered Member (MRICS or FRICS) is a higher status that reflects globally recognised standards of expertise and gives you the right to call yourself a Chartered Surveyor.
Requirements depend on the membership grade you’re applying for. You’ll usually need a combination of academic or professional qualifications and relevant work experience.
You can apply online through the RICS website. Applications include submitting details of your qualifications, work experience, and passing an assessment.
Completing the online application usually takes 15 minutes to a couple of hours, depending on how prepared you are.
After you submit your application and make payment (if required), you’ll usually be enrolled and receive a welcome email within 2 working days. If your application or route requires extra checks, we’ll contact you within 5 working days.
If you’re not eligible for your chosen route, we’ll recommend better-suited options.
If you’re enrolled onto an assessment route as a candidate, the time it takes to qualify depends on your level of experience, qualifications, and membership grade you’re working towards.
Most candidates qualify within 6 to 36 months.
As an RICS candidate, you’ll have access to a range of support, including guidance documents, webinars, and one-to-one support. If you're applying for AssocRICS or MRICS, you’ll need an RICS member to act as your Counsellor to guide you through your application and assessment process.
Visit Find a Counsellor, Candidate Support, or Candidate Assessment Information for more details.
You can return to RICS membership by applying for reinstatement. Check the steps and see if you’re eligible on the Readmission and Reinstatement page.
The cost depends on whether you’re a candidate or a qualified member, as well as your route to membership, membership grade, location, and personal circumstances.
If you’re a candidate, you’ll pay:
View enrolment and candidate fees.
If you’re a qualified member, you’ll pay:
You may be eligible for a concession on your annual subscription based on your circumstances. Check your eligibility. If you're facing financial, career, or personal challenges, LionHeart, the charity for Chartered Surveyor and their dependants, may be able to help.
You can pay your membership fees using the following methods, depending on your location:
See RICS Payment Options for details.
You can renew your membership by logging in to your My Account and following the steps on the Professional Fees page. You’ll be asked to:
You’ll receive confirmation once your renewal is complete.
For full guidance, visit our Renewal FAQs page.
Update your details anytime in your Personal Profile in your RICS account. Changes are processed and will appear within 24 hours.
Your RICS digital membership card is your official proof of membership. Once your membership is active and renewed, you can view, download or print your card as a PDF from the Personal Details section of your RICS account at any time.
You can obtain a replacement diploma by following the appropriate link below:
You need to have active RICS membership to purchase these items. We will verify your details before dispatching. Please note that replacement diplomas take 6-8 weeks for delivery.
RICS offers a retirement concession for fully retired members, allowing you to maintain your connection to the profession. Check if you're eligible on the Retirement page.
Before you resign, check if you qualify for a concession. RICS offers reduced fees and support for members facing financial difficulty, career changes, health issues, or retirement.
If you still wish to resign:
There’s no formal notice period, but it usually takes 4-6 weeks to process your resignation. You must continue to meet your membership obligations until your resignation is confirmed.
Resignation applies to both qualified professionals and candidates. Once your resignation is processed:
Note: Ongoing disciplinary investigations continue even after resignation. You may not be permitted to resign if there are open cases or outstanding issues. For more information, refer to the Disciplinary Process.
Yes, you can withdraw your resignation during the processing period by emailing contactrics@rics.org with your full name, membership number, and reason for changing your decision.
Yes, RICS offers prorated refunds depending on when you resign:
A refund will not be provided for resignations submitted on or after 1 October.
To rejoin after resigning, you’ll need to apply for reinstatement and pay the reinstatement fee plus the current annual membership fee.
Visit Contact Us for regional support and phone numbers or email contactrics@rics.org.
