Business membership

Become a business member of the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade to unlock the latest insights, tools and education on international trade for you and your team.

Business membership of the Chartered Institute keeps you and your team up-to-date on customs, importing and exporting.

As a business member, you'd enjoy exclusive access to our International Trade Technical Helpline - your go-to for expert guidance on everyday trade and customs matters.

You and your team would also have access to member-exclusive resources created to build your trade capability and keep you updated on the latest industry changes. Unlock our expert-led webinars, practical guides, and discounts on training and advisory services.

As a business member of the Chartered Institute, you won’t be alone in navigating the trade challenges impacting your business operations.

Business

Small business

Exclusive access to our trade and customs helpline
Discounts on Chartered Institute training courses and networking events
Two Linked-Affiliate Member accounts, giving you and your team members full access to our package of benefits

£375 /year

Medium business

Exclusive access to our trade and customs helpline
Discounts on Chartered Institute training courses and networking events
Four Linked-Affiliate Member accounts, giving you and your team members full access to our package of benefits

£750 /year

Large business

Exclusive access to our trade and customs helpline
Discounts on Chartered Institute training courses and networking events
Six Linked-Affiliate Member accounts, giving you and your team members full access to our package of benefits

£1950 /year

Discover the benefits available to our business members

Benefit	What it gives your business
International Trade Technical Helpline	On-demand access to our International Trade Technical Helpline. Discuss and discover solutions to your everyday international trade queries and challenges, including topics such as VAT, customs procedures and controlled goods. With the Chartered Institute just a phone call away, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing expert help is available when you need it.
Discounts on training & advisory services	Save up to 20% on all the Chartered Institute's training courses. You can upskill your team in the latest international trade rules, regulations and processes while enjoying exclusive savings. Want more strategic support tailored to your business needs? Our advisory services embed import and export capabilities in your team - and business members can save up to 25%!
Access to member-only webinars	With a continuous stream of exclusive, interactive webinars on the biggest topics facing international trade, you can listen in and engage with the Chartered Institute's trade experts. Plus, enjoy exclusive insights and tips you can start applying the very same day.
Business Shield	An expert advice service that will help you run your business cost-effectively and with confidence. Advice includes documentation and one-to-one support on HR, legal and tax.
The Chartered Institute business member logo	Demonstrate your dedication to professionalism in international trade with an industry-recognised Chartered Institute business member logo. Proudly display the logo on your organisation's website, social channels and collateral.
Access to online resources including Daily Update bulletin and practical compliance toolkits	Access our policy papers, practical advice guides, Daily Update newsletter and international trade templates. We'll keep you up to date and at the forefront of your trade.
Representation to government and other policymakers	We regularly canvas our business members to gain insight into their concerns so that these can be relayed to policymakers and the wider public.
International Terms & Conditions	We offer four different international T&C templates allowing you to trade confidently, safe in the knowledge that you have a legal framework specific to your international needs.
Affiliate Memberships	Linked-Affiliate Memberships are included in your business membership, allowing your staff to benefit from membership too.

Testimonials

Most of the team has signed up for Lunchtime Learning. In terms of a resource and knowledge base, it's fantastic.

Tom Campbell-Smart Brand Organic Ltd Business Member

The challenge within this profession is staying on top of ever-changing legislation and regulations. The Chartered Institute is an excellent partner, not just for training courses, but also by providing helpful tools like webinars and special interest groups.

Alexandra Tamas Knauf Insulation Business Member

Interested in Business Membership? Apply now

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