International membership

Based overseas? RSGB membership is open to anyone with an interest in amateur radio, whether you’re licensed or not. We have members in over 50 countries and we look forward to you joining us, wherever you are in the world! 

Belonging to the RSGB means different things to different people. Hear what some of our international members value about RSGB membership.

RSGB membership, what’s in it for me?

Choose between digital membership (which is the same price for overseas members as for those in the UK), or regular membership (with a paper copy of our magazine).

• RadCom – our monthly members’ magazine, packed with the latest news, reviews and advice. Available via the RSGB app (for mobile, tablet and web). You can download editions on your mobile device, so you’ll always have RadCom at your fingertips

• RadCom Basics – our bi-monthly digital publication which explores key topics in a straightforward and accessible way

• RadCom Plus – our digital technical supplement

As a non-member, you can explore sample editions of RadCom, RadCom Basics and RadCom Plus via the RSGB app.

As an RSGB member you can also:

• Take advantage of our exclusive member-only services and offers

• Treat yourself with your member discount in the RSGB shop – receive at least 15% off our extensive range of books and merchandise

• Challenge yourself by taking part in a member-only contest

And if you happen to visit the UK, you can also enjoy:

• Free entry to the world-famous Bletchley Park, regarded as one of the birthplaces of computer science, and renowned for its pivotal role in World War II. This also includes entry to the RSGB National Radio Centre. Operating our state-of-the-art radio station, GB3RS, is often cited as a highlight of the trip by our international visitors

• Discounted museum entry – up to 50% off entry to our partner museums

By becoming a member of the RSGB:

• You will be adding your voice and strengthening our impact as we work on behalf of radio amateurs on an international level. Read more about our work protecting the spectrum.