Membership

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The Royal Entomological Society unites people around the world to share knowledge about the study of insects and engage audiences everywhere. We invest in meaningful entomology to benefit the natural world and society.

Membership is open to anyone interested in insect science wishing to join our global community of likeminded professionals and enthusiasts. All members and fellows receive Antenna, the quarterly bulletin of the Royal Entomological Society.

Membership and fellowship fees are discounted for anyone who is a student, retired and/or based in a low- and middle-income country.

We offer a range of membership types to suit the level of your interests and experience. If you have any questions about membership please contact our friendly team.

Find the membership option that’s right for you.

Associate Member	Student Member	Member	Fellow
Everyone welcome! As an Associate Member you can take advantage of our lower cost option to join our community of entomologists and insect science enthusiasts. Contribute to our vital work and keep up to date with cutting-edge research. Connect with other members through events, online and in-person.	Receive one year free Are you a student interested in entomology? Our society has hundreds of student members, in the UK and around the world. Your first year is free with proof of studentship and you receive all the benefits and discounts of being a member.	Benefit from our community and add your voice Everyone with an interest in insect science is welcome. The members in 74 countries with a diverse range of entomological interests,, professional or amateur, often both.	Recognition and support Applications for Fellowship are welcomed from anyone who has contributed to entomological research and its application for over five years. Fellowships are awarded to recognise entomologists for their experience and achievements.
What are the benefits of being an Associate Member? – Access to the Society’s extensive and globally important library. – Receive up to 50% member discount on RES Insect Identification Handbooks. – Free online access to our quarterly member magazine, Antenna. – Discover opportunities to contribute to our policy work, publications and committees as a member of our learned society. – Online membership account to tailor your member experience. – Discounted events, meetings and conferences with invited speakers on a range of entomological subjects. (Larger discounts and sometimes free registration is available for standard Members and Fellows.)	What are the benefits of being an Student Member? – Access to the Society’s extensive and globally important library. – Receive up to 50% member discount on RES Insect Identification Handbooks. – Free online access to our quarterly member magazine, Antenna. – Discover opportunities to contribute to our policy work, publications and committees as a member of our learned society. – Online membership account to tailor your member experience. – Eligibility to apply for awards, grants and funding, some exclusive to students. – Free online access to all seven RES scientific journals. – Mem.RES postnominal letters. – Sharing your work and meeting other students working on insects at our annual Student Forum. – Access to our Mentorship Programme (Coming soon). – Free or discounted events, meetings and conferences  with invited speakers on a range of entomological subjects.	What are the benefits of being a Member? – Access to the Society’s extensive and globally important library. – Receive up to 50% member discount on RES Insect Identification Handbooks. – Free online access to our quarterly member magazine, Antenna. – Discover opportunities to contribute to our policy work, publications and committees as a member of our learned society. – Online membership account to tailor your member experience. – Eligibility to apply for awards, grants and funding, some exclusive to students. – Free online access to all seven RES scientific journals. – Mem.RES postnominal letters. – Sharing your work and meeting other students working on insects at our annual Student Forum. – Access to our Mentorship Programme (Coming soon). – Optional free posted hardcopy of our quarterly member magazine, Antenna. – CPD programme (Coming soon). – Free or discounted  events, meetings and conferences with invited speakers on a range of entomological subjects. – Concessionary rates available for those retired or residing in Low or Middle Income countries *	What are the benefits of being a Fellow of the Royal Entomological Society? – Access to the Society’s extensive and globally important library. – Receive up to 50% member discount on RES Insect Identification Handbooks. – Free online access to our quarterly member magazine, Antenna. – Discover opportunities to contribute to our policy work, publications and committees as a member of our learned society. – Online membership account to tailor your member experience. – Eligibility to apply for awards, grants and funding, some exclusive to students. – Free online access to all seven RES scientific journals.- Mem.RES postnominal letters. – Sharing your work and meeting other students working on insects at our annual Student Forum.- Access to our Mentorship Programme (Coming soon). – Concessions for those retired or in LMI countries.- Optional free posted hardcopy of our quarterly member magazine, Antenna. – CPD programme (Coming soon). – Recognition by your peers for significant contribution to entomology, entitled to use the postnominal letters FRES. – Contribution to our policy work, publications and committees as a member of our learned society. – Joining a prestigious and historic scientific fellowship of important scientists from past and present, including Charles Darwin FRES and Miriam Rothschild FRES. – Free or discounted events, meetings and conferences with invited speakers on a range of entomological subjects. – Concessionary rates available for those retired or residing in Low or Middle Income countries *
Become an Associate Member	Become a Student Member (First year free)	Become a Member	Become a Fellow

Click the black buttons under your desired membership type to read more and activate your RES membership.

* Please see our list on qualifying low- and middle- income countries. Our policy states that one should be over 65 years of age and officially retired to qualify for our Retired Membership/Fellowship rates.

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Organisational Membership

This membership enables organisations to provide RES membership to their staff team at a discounted rate.

With tailored packages including individual membership discount and employee event support options, partners can choose from four different levels of membership to suit their needs. All members will also receive an Organisational Membership logo to use in your communications and marketing materials, as well as priority access to post on our industry leading careers board and our monthly newsletter, sent to over 2,500 entomologists.

We’re looking forward to working with our organisational members and welcoming new members to the Royal Entomological Society.

Find out more about the scheme here:

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Already a member?

Existing Members must log in to their account first to renew membership or fellowship. You may also update your membership profile, including your paperless settings and personal interests when logged in to your account.

Logging in to your membership account is important to receive membership benefits, including free or discounted event registration and access to the journals.

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Questions? Get in touch

If you are interested in joining the Royal Entomological Society or have enquiries regarding membership, contact us or browse our FAQs for our most commonly asked questions.

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We welcome anyone interested in insect science.