How to Join AFTRA

Any person who has performed or intends to perform professional work in any one of AFTRA's jurisdictions is eligible for membership. Contact your Local office for specific information about AFTRA membership and its benefits.

How do I join AFTRA?

You can come into your nearest Local AFTRA office or join online. Click here to join online.

For more information about joining AFTRA, contact your Local AFTRA office, or the national membership department at 866.855.5191 or by e-mail at membership@aftra.com.

Click here for a list of Locals.

How much does it cost to join?

New members must complete an application and pay a one-time initiation fee and dues for the current dues period. The initiation fee is $1,600 and minimum dues are $63.90.

How much are dues and when are they paid?

After joining, a member's dues are based on his or her AFTRA earnings during the previous year. Members who earned less than $2,000 annually pay only the minimum amount of $63.90.  Members are billed twice a year with dues periods commencing May 1st and November 1st. Click here for more information.

AFTRA Partners & Events

AFTRA FOUNDATION

Learn how the AFTRA Foundation helps AFTRA Members and the arts.

Music Video Organizing

Learn more about the efforts to organize music videos.

INDUSTRY DISCOUNTS

AFTRA members get discounts on industry events and conferences.

AFTRA H&R

Providing health and retirement benefits for AFTRA members.