BSAVA represents both vets and vet nurses, as well as vet students and overseas veterinary professionals. To find out which category of BSAVA membership applies to you, simply choose from the options below.
To join the BSAVA as a full member, you must be a member of, or be eligible for registration with, the RCVS or a veterinary practitioner listed on the Supplementary Register.
You must be a vet in your first year since graduating from a primary veterinary degree entitling you to membership of the RCVS.
To become a second year qualified member, you must be a vet in your second year since graduating from a primary veterinary degree entitling you to membership of the RCVS.
To become a third year qualified member, you must be a vet in your third year since graduating from a primary veterinary degree entitling you to membership of the RCVS.
To join the BSAVA as a postgraduate member, you must be a qualified vet who is undertaking full time studies which are verified by an annual certificate signed by your supervisor.
To join the BSAVA as a veterinary nurse member, you must be registered with the RCVS, or if overseas, the equivalent organisation in your own country.
To join the BSAVA as an overseas member, you must be a registered vet who is not on the RCVS register, with a permanent home and work address outside the UK.
To join the BSAVA as a student vet member, you must be studying for a primary veterinary degree in the UK or the Republic of Ireland and have a valid university email address.
To join the BSAVA as a student plus vet member, you must be studying for a primary veterinary degree in the UK or the Republic of Ireland and have a valid university email address.
To join the BSAVA as an overseas student vet member, you must be studying for a primary veterinary degree, with a permanent address that is outside the UK and the Republic of Ireland.
To become a veterinary nurse student member you must be a student in the UK.
To become a retired member of BSAVA you must be a non-practising veterinary surgeon and at least 70 years of age. You must also be a member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and be listed on the Non-Practising Register.
Members have access to a wide range of products and services which are designed to be of benefit to you both in your work and personal life. A snapshot of member benefits can be found by clicking on the link below.
Frequently asked questions about all aspects of membership.
