FAQs

Becoming a member of the Institute is a great way of supporting your studies, demonstrating your professional commitment and building the foundations of your career within the profession. This grade is available to those who are in full time or part time University education. More information here >>

We welcome applications from graduates who are involved in the profession, including those working in the movement of people/goods, planning, transport infrastructure, operations or academia. This grade is available to graduates for three years from their year of graduation. More information here >>

Open to all those with an interest in, or who are working in the logistics, transport and supply chain professions at any level. More information here >>

The first rung of our assessed grades which demonstrates status as a trusted practitioner. This grade is available to those who have between 2 - 5 years experience within the profession. More information here >>

Chartered Membership ensures your expertise is recognised by employers and society at large. This grade is available to those who have between 4 – 7 years experience within the profession. More information here >>

Reserved for those who are influencing and leading the future of the profession. This grade is available to those who have a minimum of seven years in a position of high seniority within the profession. More information here >>

Current member of the UK Armed Forces? We have a dedicated application process to support you. More information here >>

Non-Assessed grade applications are typically processed within 1 – 3 working days. Assessed grade applications are first reviewed within 3 – 5 working days, we will then contact you if further information is required before assessment can take place. Once your application is ready to be assessed you will then be notified of the decision within 1 – 6 weeks. More information here >>

You can explore the different membership grades and their criteria using the further information link below. If you need further guidance on the most suitable membership grade for you, please send a current CV along with details of any relevant qualifications you may have to membership@ciltuk.org.uk. Additionally, we have more information here >>

If you need any assistance getting started with your application, please review our application guidance notes using the further information link below. Your application will be built completely online within our online form. The only additional supporting documents you will be asked to provide is your qualification certificate if you are following an Educational Exemption pathway.

Membership fees vary depending on the grade you apply for. Please find our current prices by following the further information link below. More information here >>

Simply fill in an online application form using the further information link below and select which grade you would like to apply for. For more information on the requirements for your application please see the question above on how to apply for an assessed grade of membership.

Log in using the further information link below, then click ‘Renew’ at the top of the page and follow the on-screen instructions. You have the option to renew via a one-off card payment or via Direct Debit. If you already have a Direct Debit set up, then your membership will renew automatically so no further action is needed to renew. We will send you a payment schedule one month prior to your membership renewal date. If you need a reminder of your payment schedule for the current year please email membership@ciltuk.org.uk.

If you wish to change your direct debit details, please fill in our online direct debit form by following the further information link below. If you require a paper form, please email membership@ciltuk.org.uk. We do require a minimum of 11 days prior to a scheduled payment to amend your bank account without there being a delay in payment. If your payment is delayed, please note that this may result in a double payment the following month.

Please use the further information link below to log in, then click ‘My Invoices’. If you have any trouble finding what you need, then please email membership@ciltuk.org.uk and we will be happy to send you a replacement.

Please follow the further information link below to log in, then click ‘MyCILT’ at the top of the page, then click ‘Manage My Account’. On this page you will be able to update any personal details that need changing including contact details and mailing preferences. Please note, you cannot change your organisation details via our website. To do this, please email membership@ciltuk.org.uk with the details and we can update this for you.

If you have forgotten your password, please click the further information link below where you can enter your username to retrieve a password reset link. Please note this function will not work if your correct username is not entered. If you have forgotten your username, email membership@ciltuk.org.uk and we can send this to you.

Yes, we offer a Retired grade at a reduced cost as a thank you for your dedicated support. Your benefits and post-nominals remain the same. To be eligible please ensure all of the following apply to you: 1. I am a current CILT(UK) member 2. I have reached retirement age 3. I am not longer in paid employment 4. I have held the grade of Affiliate, Member MILT, Chartered Member CMILT or Chartered Fellow FCILT for a minimum of one year Simply email membership@ciltuk.org.uk to be switched over to this grade. (Please note that we may ask you to provide proof of retirement.)

Yes, we offer a reduced subscription rate for current members who are on Maternity/Paternity leave. To be eligible please ensure all of the following apply to you: 1. I am a current CILT(UK) member 2. My CILT(UK) membership is currently due for renewal 3. I have held the grade of Affiliate, Member MILT, Chartered Member CMILT or Chartered Fellow FCILT for a minimum of one year 4. I can provide a copy of my MAT B1 Form (Maternity) or SC3 Form (Paternity) to support my eligibility for this rate 5. I understand this rate is only valid for one year

Please submit an online reinstatement form by clicking on the further information link below. We will find your record and, in most cases, will be able to activate your previous membership grade immediately. We will get in touch if any further information is required from you. If you have any queries regarding what grade of membership you previously held, whether you are still eligible, or you're unsure what your membership number is, please email membership@ciltuk.org.uk

CILT(UK) is one of the HMRC approved professional bodies, therefore, if you are a UK taxpayer and pay your own membership subscription fee, you may be entitled to claim tax back on your membership fee.

We'd be very sad to see you go, but you can cancel your membership at any time by emailing membership@ciltuk.org.uk If you cancel your membership subscription within 14 calendar days of CILT(UK) receiving your payment, we are able to issue a full refund via your original payment method. After this 14-day period no refund (partial or otherwise) will be granted.

As a CILT(UK) member you are provided with a wide range of resources and services. Please find a breakdown of our member benefits here >>

We currently provide physical copies of certificates to Assessed grade members only. This includes Member (MILT), Chartered Member (CMILT) and Chartered Fellow (FCILT). We do not currently offer digital versions of certificates. If you need a replacement copy of your certificate, please email membership@ciltuk.org.uk.

You can find previous copies of our Focus magazine on our website. To do this, please click the further information link below. You will be able to access the most recent copy as well as the ‘Focus Archive’ which stores editions dating back to 2007. More information here >>

We have a referral scheme which means you and your friend/colleague will both receive a £15 John Lewis voucher when you refer them for CILT membership at our Affiliate grade or above. Please note, their membership must be activated before we can send out any vouchers.

A brilliant way to connect with your Institute and reach out to your local CILT(UK) community is through your Regional Chair. To find their contact details, please click the further information link below. You can then click on the interactive map to see your region and it's related groups in further detail. Once you have clicked onto your region or group, you’ll be able to find out about upcoming networking opportunities and the contact details for your Regional Chair. More information on volunteering here >>

To transfer your UK membership to a different branch please email membership@ciltuk.org.uk letting us know which branch you would like to transfer to. You can view a full list of CILT country branches by clicking the further information link below.

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Please contact your current branch and request they send your transfer documents to us at membership@ciltuk.org.uk Once we receive these documents, we will activate your UK membership honouring your current membership grade and subscription expiry date. If your membership with your existing branch is currently inactive, we will request payment from you prior to activating your membership.