Becoming a   member   FAQs

How do I know if my membership application has been accepted?

Once we accept your application, you receive an email confirmation from the SEB team. We welcome you to SEB Membership and provide your membership details (including your login details for the members’ area).

How long does it take to process my membership application?

Membership will commence after payment by credit or debit card has been made.

If you apply for membership and we don't process your application before a deadline, for example, for a grant application, email   [email protected]   and be assured that your email will be responded to.

If you apply for membership and you have a query with the application  please email   [email protected] , and for example, for a grant application, email   [email protected] 

When will my membership start / end

Your membership begins on the day that you make your membership payment.

Your expiry date can be found on your:

  • membership welcome email

How will I know if my payment has been successful

All our online payments use the Worldpay website. If your payment is successful, you will receive a payment confirmation email from Worldpay when your payment has been taken.

I cannot register as a new member because my email address is already in use.

If your email is already in use, you already have a non-member account with us, which we created when you registered for one of our meetings or services.

Please don’t create a new profile, but email   ([email protected])   or phone us (020 7685 2600) and we will provide you with your login details. You can then log in and apply for membership from there.

I submitted my membership application but I need to amend/add some information to it. How can I do this?

Go to the members’ area on our website and log in. Click on ‘edit your membership application’ on the left and amend or add information to your application.

I didn’t finish my online membership application. How can I complete it?

We email you temporary login details when you apply with an incomplete application. When you are ready to complete the application, go to the members’ area on our website and log in. Click on ‘complete your membership application’, and then finish and submit your application.

I can’t log into my member profile as my username or password is not recognised. What can I do?

If you copy and paste your username and password from an email that we sent, be careful not to select any blank spaces before or after as these count as characters and so your login details will be incorrect.

If you still have problems logging in, contact [email protected] and we will help you.

How much does membership cost?

Take a look at our annual membership fees.

What membership category should I apply for?

Apply for a  student membership      if you are an undergraduate or postgraduate student.

You can apply for an   early career scientist membership      if you have graduated with a PhD, up to five years after your graduation date.

Apply for  a full membership     if you are a practising biologist, an academic or a researcher.

How do I apply for membership?

To apply to join the SEB, you need to complete an application form, pay the membership fee.

 

Making the most of your membership FAQs

Can I claim tax relief on my membership subscription? (UK Residents only)

The Society for Experimental Biology is registered as part of the UK Professional Bodies Approved for Tax Relief List approved by HMRC. You may be able to claim tax relief on your membership subscription if your individual situation meets the criteria below.

You can claim tax relief on:

  • Professional membership fees, if you must pay the fees to be able to do your job
  • Annual subscriptions you pay to approved professional bodies or learned societies, if being a member of that body or society is relevant to your job

You cannot claim tax relief on life membership subscriptions, or for professional membership fees or annual subscriptions you have:

  • Not paid yourself (for example if your employer has paid for them)
  • Paid to professional organisations that are not approved by HMRC

Find out more by visiting the HMRC website below:
Claim tax relief for your job expenses: Professional fees and subscriptions - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

As each individual claim varies, the SEB is unable to provide any financial advice. We recommend seeking guidance from an advisor regarding their unique personal situation.

 

Making the most of your membership FAQs

Can I claim tax relief on my membership subscription? (UK Residents only)

The Society for Experimental Biology is registered as part of the UK Professional Bodies Approved for Tax Relief List approved by HMRC. You may be able to claim tax relief on your membership subscription if your individual situation meets the criteria below.

You can claim tax relief on:

  • Professional membership fees, if you must pay the fees to be able to do your job
  • Annual subscriptions you pay to approved professional bodies or learned societies, if being a member of that body or society is relevant to your job

You cannot claim tax relief on life membership subscriptions, or for professional membership fees or annual subscriptions you have:

  • Not paid yourself (for example if your employer has paid for them)
  • Paid to professional organisations that are not approved by HMRC

Find out more by visiting the HMRC website below:
Claim tax relief for your job expenses: Professional fees and subscriptions - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

As each individual claim varies, the SEB is unable to provide any financial advice. We recommend seeking guidance from an advisor regarding their unique personal situation.