First year qualified member

To become a first year qualified member of BSAVA you must be in your first year since graduating from a primary veterinary degree entitling you to membership of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.

Join now and you will benefit from:

  • Discounted BSAVA Congress registration – the biggest small animal conference in Europe.
  • FREE annual BSAVA Congress podcasts – covering a wide range of small animal topics, available to download or listen to online shortly after BSAVA Congress.
  • SAVE on CPD courses – From mini modules and merit awards to webinars, available throughout the UK.
  • SAVE £30 on BSAVA veterinary manuals and £20 on nursing manuals – essential information on a wide range of small animal topics.
  • FREE copy of the BSAVA Guide to Procedures in Small Animal Practice.
  • FREE copy of the BSAVA Pocketbook for Vets.
  • FREE copy of the BSAVA Small Animal Formulary – the practitioner’s indispensable pocket guide.
  • Complimentary online subscription to the Journal of Small Animal Practice (JSAP) – the peer-reviewed journal covering all aspects of medicine and surgery (worth £231 per year). Members can also opt - in to receive a the printed copy at no extra cost.
  • Complimentary subscription to Companion, the essential monthly publication for BSAVA members – featuring practical content relating to your needs in practice, including instructive CPD features and general association news.  View sample issue
  • FREE access to the PDP Resource Bank which provides a range of online webinars, podcasts and articles, matched directly to each of the RCVS PDP competences.
  • FREE enrolment onto our online Professional Key Skills modular CPD programme; completion of which equips members with the key skills required for inclusion on the RCVS Advanced Practitioners list, alongside a relevant Postgraduate certificate.
  • Subsidised regional CPD – day & evening meetings across the UK.
  • Member only web content – exclusive resources and information within the BSAVA website.
  • Peace of mind – from practice insurance, income protection to health insurance, legal helpline and Health & Safety consultancy.
  • FECAVA & WSAVA rates at relevant congresses.
  • Professional representation – BSAVA is your voice on national, scientific and political issues.
  • NEW! 6 months FREE access to VETbytes - A new mobile app providing veterinary surgeons, nurses and animal healthcare teams with an extensive library of concise medical summaries drawn from global guidelines and peer-reviewed journals.

How do I pay?

2020 membership prices

Annual direct debit Please complete the membership application form and this Direct Debit form. Then either post or scan and email both forms to us or alternatively you can call us on 01452 726700. Our address can be found on the Contact us page. £77
Monthly direct debit Please follow the same process as above. Please note that we can only accept payment by Direct Debit from UK Bank Accounts, otherwise this option is not available. £6.83 per month
Online You can apply for membership by completing the online application form and paying your subscription fee at the end of the joining process. You will need to register to the website to create an account if you have not already done so. Existing BSAVA members do not need to re-join BSAVA. Please login and visit myBSAVA to view your current membership status and renewal information. £82
Cheque Please complete the membership application form below and write a cheque for £81 to 'BSAVA'.  Then post all documents to us at the address shown on the Contact us page. £82
BACS If you would like to pay via BACS, please contact us on administration@bsava.com or call 01452 726700. £82

How much is it to join?


Full membership for 2021 is £82.  Why not pay by annual Direct Debit and SAVE £5?  For more information on different ways to pay, please see the How do I pay? section above.

Membership runs for a full 12 months and is renewable prior to the anniversary of your joining date.

Join now

To become a full member, download and complete the first year qualified member application form and choose your preferred payment method from the options listed in the How do I pay? section above. If you are paying online, you do not need to complete this form first.

If you have already registered to the website you will need to login to proceed. If you have never registered to the website you will need to register to the website first before proceeding.

Existing BSAVA members do not need to re-join BSAVA. Please login and visit myBSAVA to view your current membership status and renewal information.

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