How to Qualify

If you are based in India or the Philippines, please proceed with the Individual Join process. Your reduced dues will be automatically applied at checkout based on your mailing country.

If you are based in one of the other countries listed below, in order to qualify for the emerging economy membership rate, you must provide proof of residence. Regardless of citizenship, if you currently live or work in a country not listed, you do not qualify.

Proof of residency can include: a copy of a home rental contract in your name that is dated within the last year, a phone or utility bill in your name that is dated within the last year, or an employment contract or proof from your employer or university. There will be a link to upload your proof of residency on the application form.

Emerging Economies

Please see the current classification of low and lower-middle income economies as defined by the World Bank here. Updated July 1 annually.