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How much does Equity membership cost?

The amount you pay is based on the amount you earn.

Your subscription fee is based on an average of your UK gross annual income from the last three tax years from the industry. 

A 50% discount is available if you earn less than £40,000 AND are either over 66, under 17, or if you graduated from an eligible course in the last two years. Plus, students get 75% off. Find out more about discounts below.

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2025 subscription fees - From February 2025

All members, irrespective of their rate or category of membership are entitled to a £6 a year discount if they pay by Direct Debit. Monthly rates listed below include direct debit discount.

Gross Annual Income

Annual Subscription

Monthly Cost

Less than £40,000

£198

£16

Between £40,001–£80,000

£396

£32.50

Between £80,001–£120,000

£792

£65.50

Between £120,001–£240,000

£1,584

£131.50

Over £240,001

£3,840

£319.50


Subscription discounts 

Subsidised members are entitled to a 50% discount on the lowest priced band of annual membership subscription. This includes those who:

  • Earn less than £40K a year AND
  • Are aged 10-17 (inclusive) OR
  • Are aged 66 or over (inclusive) OR
  • Graduated from an eligible course in the last two years

Education & Training Membership members currently undertaking eligible education or training receive a 75% discount on the lowest priced band of annual membership subscription. 

All members, irrespective of their rate or category of membership are entitled to a £6 a year discount if they pay by Direct Debit. Monthly rates listed above include direct debit discount.


Joining fees

When you join Equity for the first time or rejoin after a break, you will also be required to pay a one-off entrance or rejoin fee of £49.50 for full or subsidised membership, reduced to £32 if paying by direct debit. Education and training members do not pay a joining fee.


Declaring your earnings

Members should be aware that a failure to declare at the correct rate may mean they are ineligible for some union services and benefits should they need them. 


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