IOSH
Help with membership costs
Reduced fees available if you’re facing financial challenges
We offer reduced fees to support members facing financial difficulty. You can get help with joining IOSH, renewing your membership or applying for our membership upgrade routes.
Who can apply?
All our members can apply for this financial help, except Student Members.
Check if you’re eligible
See the different eligibility types, the discount available and evidence you need to provide with your application.
| Discount type | Amount | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Parental leave | 75% discount for 39 weeks | Letter from employer with your leave start and end dates and official maternity document (MAT B1 certificate in UK). |
| Low income – earning less than £22,222 per year or equivalent | 50% discount |
Letter from your company stating your annual wage and your last three months’ wage slips. Your earnings statement for this year (if self-employed or on career break). |
| Unemployed | 100% discount |
Letter from your company stating redundancy, plus tax documentation (like a P45) from the last 12 months. Evidence of UK jobseeker's allowance or similar support. |
| Retired | 75% discount (or fixed fee if no CPD) | Copy of your pension letter |
| Ill health | 75% discount |
Letter from your employer confirming time off work (must state any wage reduction). If self-employed: letter from your doctor confirming you’re unfit to work or benefit documentation. |
| Full-time carer or compassionate leave | 75% discount |
Letter from your employer or official documentation. |
| Extreme circumstances (such as natural disasters, war or displacement) | 100% discount for one year | Provide full details of your situation and we’ll review on a case-by-case basis. |
Membership upgrade routes
If eligible, you can also get 50 per cent off:
- experiential upgrade route
- Professional Development Assessment
- Fellowship assessment.
When do I need to apply?
For membership applications and renewals, please use the form on this page to request a reduced fee before you pay for your membership.
For experiential route and Fellowship assessment, please apply after you've been accepted onto the route.
For Professional Development Assessment, you can use the form on this page to apply to join the route with a reduced fee.
Apply for reduced fees
Complete our online form, including evidence. We’ll process your application within five working days.
Frequently asked questions
Can I apply by phone?
Yes, please call our customer service team on +44 (0)116 350 0700.
My salary is paid in a different currency to British pound sterling (£). How do I know if I qualify for reduced fees?
We’ll convert your salary to British pound sterling using the current exchange rate at the time of your application.
Provide your salary documentation in your local currency and we’ll calculate the equivalent amount to determine your eligibility.
Do I need to reapply each year?
Yes, most reduced fees need to be renewed annually when you renew your membership. You'll need to provide updated evidence with each application.
Will my financial assistance application be kept confidential?
Yes, all applications are handled confidentially and your membership status and benefits remain unchanged.
What if my application is declined?
We’ll explain the reason and suggest what additional evidence might support a future application. You can contact us to discuss your circumstances.
Have a question?
Contact us for advice and support with your application for reduced membership fees.