A CFA Society Singapore membership demonstrates your commitment to professional excellence, giving you recognition as an authoritative and actively engaged investment professional. You can either become a charterholder / regular member, an affiliate member, or an associate member of CFA Society Singapore.
See the chart below to choose the right option for you before you start the application.
Membership Fees
Society membership fees (excluding associate membership) are due in US dollars at the same time as your CFA Institute membership fees. Both fees are paid via your CFA Institute account and are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Important Note
Before applying, review the Sanctions Compliance Policy. Residents of certain countries or markets may be prohibited by law from becoming a society member.
| Question | Charterholder Membership | Regular Membership | Affiliate Membership | Associate Membership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Who is this for? | Charterholders are the most distinguished professionals in the industry. They demonstrate a mastery of investment management skills and a commitment to continued excellence and ethics. |
Seasoned industry professionals who seek to affiliate with CFA Institute and access exclusive member benefits for continued education and career development. |
Individuals who do not meet the eligibility requirements for Charterholder or Regular membership seeking affiliation with CFA Institute and access to exclusive member benefits. |
Singapore-based candidates and preparatory programme participants who do not meet the eligibility requirements for the Charterholder, Regular, or Affiliate membership. |
| How do I become eligible? | Passed all three levels of CFA Program, meet work experience requirements and have the required professional references. |
A bachelor's degree or equivalent education/work experience and a passing score for the CFA Program Level I Exam, CIPM Program Level II Exam, RBA Netherlands Exam, or the self-administered Standards of Practice Exam. |
Affiliate membership may be granted to those who are involved in activities closely related to analysis for investment decision-making but may not necessarily devote full time to the profession of financial analytics. This is subjected to approval from the Society's board or Membership committee. |
Current candidacy in the CFA Program or other CFA Institute certifications, as well as approval from the Society's Board or Membership committee. No concurrent CFA Institute membership is required. |
| What member benefits are included? | Voting rights at the CFA Society Singapore Annual General Meeting. Access to continued professional learning content, exclusive volunteer opportunities, and workshops and events at member rates. |
Voting rights at the CFA Society Singapore Annual General Meeting. Access to the latest research, continued professional learning content, exclusive volunteer opportunities, and member rates for workshops, certifications, and events. |
Access to the latest research, continued professional learning content, exclusive volunteer opportunities, and member rates for workshops, certifications, and events. |
Access to continued professional learning content, exclusive volunteer opportunities, and member rates for workshops and events. |
| How much are annual fees? | USD299 for CFA Institute. USD75 for CFA Society Singapore. |
USD299 for CFA Institute. USD75 for CFA Society Singapore. |
USD299 for CFA Institute. USD75 for CFA Society Singapore. |
SGD109 (incl. GST) for CFA Society Singapore. Non-transferable to another person or society. |
| When is the membership year? |
The membership year spans from 1 July to 30 June. |
The membership year spans from 1 July to 30 June. |
The membership year spans from 1 July to 30 June. |
The membership year spans from 1 July to 30 June. |
The annual fee for associate membership cannot be prorated and/or transferred to another person or society.
If you are a charter pending or CFA Program Level III candidate, take the next step to elevate your professional portfolio by obtaining your CFA charter.
Download a copy of our Charter Pending Guide to assist you in the final stages of earning your CFA charter.
Take advantage of the CFA Institute's membership application resources to help you assess your eligibility and understand the materials required for submission before starting your application to become a CFA Institute regular member.
Changes in career path or personal circumstances shouldn’t stop you from maintaining your membership or CFA designation. If you are not currently working in a full-time role engaged in professional activities that qualifies as acceptable work experience, Professional Leave offers a flexible option to keep your membership active.
Enjoy a reduced CFA Institute membership rate of USD 100, with CFA Society Singapore dues remaining at USD 75.
Stay connected to the CFA community and preserve your designation while managing life transitions.