Membership FAQs

1. How long will it take to process my application?
   Applications are normally acknowledged within 3 working days. The form is then considered by the Membership Application Panel, and you should know the outcome of your application within 3 weeks.
2. Do I have to have a degree in a particular subject?
   No. Any degree is acceptable as long as you work in the highways and transportation industry.
3. Where can I find a proposer and seconder?
   If you cannot find a proposer and/or seconder where you work, contact the Education & Membership department on t: +44 (0)20 7336 1571 or e: membership@iht.org or the local IHT branch. They will be able to put you in touch with suitable contacts.
4. When are my subscription fees due?
   Subscriptions are due on 1 January each year. An invoice is sent to all members in November.
5. How can I pay my subscription?
   The best way to pay subscription fees is by direct debit. Please see our Membership section to download a mandate form.
6. Will I get a receipt for my Membership Subscription?
   Yes, receipts for payments made in January are sent out at the end of February. Receipts for payments made during the remainder of the year are sent out within a month of the payment being processed.
7. When will I get my Certificate of Membership?
   Usually, this will be 6 weeks after election. Each certificate is signed by the President and the Chief Executive, and will be sent to you once your initial subscription fee has been paid.
8. How can I update my records?
   You can contact the Education & Membership department on t: 020 7336 1571 or e: membership@iht.org. You can also update your records online in the Members Lounge section of the website (live in 2009).
9. I have lost my membership number. What should I do?
   Contact the Education & Membership department on t: +44 (0)20 7336 1571 or e: membership@iht.org. They will be able help.
10. I want to transfer between grades. What should I do?
    Contact the Education & Membership department on t: +44 (0)20 7336 1571 or e: membership@iht.org for a transfer form, or download the application form from the Membership section of the website.
11. Can I become a Chartered or Incorporated Engineer through IHT?
    Yes. IHT offers both standard and non standard routes to CEng or IEng status. Speak to our membership department for further details on: +44 (0)20 7336 1571.
12. Can I transfer my EC( UK) registration to IHT?
    Yes, request a form from the Education & Membership Department on e: education@iht.org or t: +44 (0)20 7336 1571
13. I am going to retire shortly, is there a reduced fee for retired members?
    Yes, we do offer a retired rate. You need to have been a member for five years to be eligible for this reduced rate. Please contact the Menbership department t: +44 (0)20 7336 1571 for more information

Transportation Professional FAQs

1. I am looking for a back issue of Transportation Professional. Where can I find it?
   Electronic back issues are available in the Members Lounge section of the website (live in 2009). If you do not find what you are looking for there, please contact the Communications Department on t: +44 (0)20 7336 1566
2. When do I receive a copy of Transportation Professional?
   Once your membership application is approved and we have received payment, you will start to receive copies of the magazine.
3. How many issues of Transportation Professional are published each year?
   There are ten issues of the magazine published annually. January/February and July/August are joint issues.
4. I am not receiving Transportation Professional anymore?
   Check that you have paid your subscription fee this year, and that you have informed us of any change of address. Please contact the Education & Membership Department on +44 (0)20 7336 1571 and we shall put this right.