Hong Kong Membership Fees
Concessionary rates are only available to MCIOB and FCIOB members.
Subscription fee freeze
CIOB has been working closely with members throughout the Coronavirus pandemic to ensure support is available to all members during this difficult time.
Our board of trustees have confirmed that all memberships prices will be frozen at 2020 levels – there is no increase in subscription for members renewing for 2021.
If you are experiencing particular hardship due to COVID-19, find out more about the personal support we can offer members.
Payment Options - Hong Kong
We make paying your membership fees easy by giving you the option to pay online, by direct debit (for UK bank account holders only), over the telephone, or by sending us a cheque. See below to find out more about these payment options.
Pay online
You can pay online in pounds sterling using an internationally recognised debit or credit card via the members log in area. (Please note your bank may charge you for this service). You will be able to download your receipt from the website the next day.
We accept Mastercard, Visa, Visa Debit, Visa Electron, Diners Club, JCB and Maestro. This includes prepaid debit & credit cards. We do not accept American Express.
Pay over the telephone
Call the Customer Services team on +44 (0) 1344 630 700 to pay in Hong Kong dollars by debit or credit card. (Please note your bank may charge you for this service).
We accept Mastercard, Visa, Visa Debit, Visa Electron, Diners Club, JCB and Maestro. This includes prepaid debit & credit cards. We do not accept American Express.
Pay by bank transfer (in HK$)
You can also pay your fees in HK$ to the following CIOB bank account:
Account name: The Chartered Institute of Building
Bank: HSBC Ltd
Account no: 600-626-634-001
Please email your remittance advice to [email protected] noting your membership number / full name as this is the only way that we can allocate the payment to your account.
Pay by cheque in HK$
Please make your cheque payable to The Chartered Institute of Building and send to:
Room 2117, 21/F,One Pacific Centre
414 Kwun Tong Road
Kwun Tong
Kowloon
Hong Kong
Please also quote your membership number and full name on the back of the cheque.
Pro-rata subscriptions
Our subscription year runs from 1 January to 31 December. Members joining from the 1 February each year will be eligible for a pro-rata subscription.
Pro-rata subscriptions are calculated on a monthly basis across the year based on the full year subscription.
Grade descriptions
Chartered Member
Chartered Membership is our most popular membership grade and it brings with it many benefits, including the right to use MCIOB as a post-nominal designation. Chartered Members also recieve access to over 500 events every year, free CPD resources from the Academy, and access to our Library Information Service.
Fellow
The Fellowship Grade is the highest award offered by the CIOB. Fellows are amongst the most experienced and knowledgeable professionals in the industry and the highly sought after post-nominal designation, FCIOB, is proof of this. Fellowship also brings benefits such as career progression, promotion, higher salaries and a wider range of job opportunities.
Student
Student membership is our entry point into membership for those who are either studying full-time or part-time. Student membership gives you access to a wealth of resources to support you in your transition to a worthwhile career in construction.
Subscription Rates
| 2021 Subscription | CIAT* rates | |
|---|---|---|
| Member | HKD 2,915 | HKD 2,186 |
| Student - Full time | Free | Free |
| Student - Part time | HKD 377 | HKD 377 |
| Associate | HKD 2,508 | HKD 1,881 |
| Incorporated | HKD 2,508 | HKD 1,881 |
| Applicant | HKD 2,508 | HKD 1,881 |
| Retired - Under 75 years | HKD 674 | HKD 674 |
| Retired - Over 75 years | Free | Free |
| Fellow | HKD 3,400 | HKD 2,550 |
| Fellowship Assessment Fees | HKD 6,940 | |
| Member - Academic¬ | HKD 1,458 | HKD 1,093 |
| Applicant - Academic¬ | HKD 1,254 | HKD 940.50 |
| Fellow - Academic¬ | HKD 1,700 | HKD 1,275 |
Other Fees
| Admission Fee: | HKD 1,031 |
| Professional Review: | HKD 3,149 |
| NVQ7 Professional Review Fee: | HKD 2,624 |
| Individual Assessment Fee: | HKD 258 |
| Award Ceremony: | HKD 545 (Guests HKD 644) |
| Replacement Membership Card: | HKD 122 |
| Replacement Membership Certificate: | HKD 272 |
Professional Development Programme
| Registration Fee: | HKD 3,149 |
| Final Assessment Fee: | HKD 1,575 |
Chartered Membership Programme (CMP)
| Registration Fee: | HKD 525 |
| Exam Fee: | HKD 3,674 |
Regulated Qualifications
| Level 3 and 4 Unit Registration: | HKD 231 |
| Level 3 Diploma in Site Supervisory Studies: | HKD 1,016 |
| Level 4 Diploma in Site Management Studies: | HKD 1,016 |
Chartered Environmentalist Fees
| Subscription: | HKD 694 |
| Registration Fee: | HKD 1,041 |
Other Fee Information
*If you hold dual membership of both CIOB and CIAT you may be eligible for reduced rates
¬ Academic rates are available to education professionals whose income is derived from the teaching of building or construction related courses in the education sector.
Building Conservation
| Building Conservation Annual Subscription | HKD 1,016 |
| Building Conservation Certification - Certified Assessment Fee | HKD 3,048 |
| Building Conservation Certification - Proficient Assessment Fee | HKD 3,048 |
| Building Conservation Certification – Registered Assessment Fee | HKD 2,032 |
Chartered Building Companies
| Under £1 Million | HKD 3,817 |
| £1 - £5 Million | HKD 6,127 |
| £5 - £25 Million | HKD 12,243 |
| £25 - £50 Million | HKD 15,257 |
| Over £50 Million | HKD 22, 901 |
| Enrolment Fee - Under £5 Million | HKD 2,052 |
| Enrolment Fee - Over £5 Million | HKD 3,589 |
Chartered Building Consultancies
| 1 Professional Staff | HKD 1,428 |
| 2 to 3 Professional Staff | HKD 2,915 |
| 4 to 5 Professional Staff | HKD 4,967 |
| 6 to 8 Professional Staff | HKD 9,815 |
| 9 to 12 Professional Staff | HKD 12,412 |
| 13 to 25 Professional Staff | HKD 19,480 |
| 26+ Professional Staff | HKD 23,347 |
| Enrolment Fee 1 to 3 Professional Staff | HKD 2,052 |
| Enrolment Fee 3+ Professional Staff | HKD 3,589 |