- How to Join the Society of Genealogists

How to join the Society

Membership of the Society is open to anyone with an interest in family and social history. We cater for the full range from those at any early stage in their research to those already with extensive knowledge.

Application

Applications must be made in writing and may take a few weeks to process. However, applicants have full access to the Society's facilities and events as if a member from the date of receipt of the application, which does not need to be sent ahead of your first visit to the Society. Just bring it with you or complete the form on your first visit. A membership application form can be printed from this Web site in Adobe Acrobat ® format.

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Please remember to enclose payment by cheque or complete your credit card details for your entrance fee and subscription calculated in accordance with the following paragraph.

Subscription

New members resident in the UK will pay a joining fee of £10.00 and an annual subscription of £45.00, for those paying by Direct Debit the annual subscription is £42.00.

New members resident outside the UK will pay a joining fee of £10.00 and an annual subscription of £27.00.

The first payment cannot be by Direct Debit as banks will not process these immediately, therefore, we ask that the initial pay01-Oct-2009 17:51it card (including the expiry date and issue number if there is one).

The first year's subscription will start on the 1st day of the next calendar quarter.

The annual renewal of Membership becomes due on the 1st day of the same quarter in the year following the date of joining. Payment for renewing members can be made by direct debit (for UK members only), cheque (in sterling), credit/UK debit card (pay online), or cash in person at 14 Charterhouse Buildings.

The renewal notification may be sent with an appropriate issue of Genealogists' Magazine or separately.

Temporary membership cards will be provided until a permanent card is issued.

Members will receive their first copy of Genealogists' Magazine from the quarter in which they join. Back copies may be purchased from the OnlineShop.

Benefits of Membership

Free access to the Library at 14 Charterhouse Buildings, Goswell Road, London EC1M 7BA
Free access to the website Member's Area
Free access from within the Library to several pay-per-view or subscription web sites
Access to free, expert help and advice on genealogical problems
Free Genealogists’ Magazine
Member’s Discounts
Free Access to SoG data at The Origins Network for one period each quarter
Borrow material from the Library
Other Benefits

Full details of the Benefits of Membership

Membership Queries

Membership enquiries can be sent by email to Membership Office

The Society is a registered charity (No. 233701) and a company limited by guarantee (No.115703) its Registered Office is at 14 Charterhouse Buildings, Goswell Road, London EC1M 7BA. In the event of its liquidation, the liability of members is limited to £2 each.