Join UKCreditUnions
We're Stronger Together
Whether you're an established credit union, a growing organisation, or a trusted supplier supporting the sector, membership of UKCreditUnions connects you to a community dedicated to strengthening and promoting credit unions across the UK.
As a national trade association, UKCU provides representation, support, networking opportunities, sector insight and practical resources to help members navigate an evolving regulatory and operating environment. We work with regulators, government and industry stakeholders while creating opportunities for collaboration, shared learning and sector-wide improvement.
Membership is about more than receiving information. It's about being part of a collective voice that champions credit unions, shares best practice, and helps shape the future of the movement.
Explore the membership options below and contact us to discuss which membership is right for you.
Affiliated Membership
For Credit Unions
Non-Affiliated Membership
For Credit Unions
Associate Membership
For Larger Credit Unions
Associate Membership
For Organisations & Agencies
Which membership option is best for you?
Affiliated Membership
For Credit Unions
Designed for credit unions that want to actively participate in UKCU's governance and development while benefiting from the full range of support, representation and member services available through the trade association.
Affiliated members play an important role in shaping the direction of UKCU and the wider credit union movement while gaining access to practical support, sector updates, networking opportunities and member resources.
Ideal for: Credit unions seeking an active voice within the trade body and access to the full benefits of membership.
Non-Affiliated Membership
For Credit Unions
Non-affiliated membership offers access to a wide range of support services, sector information, regulatory updates and networking opportunities designed to help credit unions operate effectively and stay informed. Members benefit from newsletters, briefings, forums, website resources, consultation updates and representation on key sector issues.
Ideal for: Credit unions looking for practical support, representation and access to valuable sector resources.
Associate Membership
For Larger Credit Unions
Associate membership provides larger credit unions with access to the same valuable support, information and representation available through UKCU membership, alongside opportunities to collaborate with peers and contribute to discussions affecting the sector.
Ideal for: Larger credit unions seeking sector influence, collaboration and ongoing support.
Associate Membership
For Organisations & Agencies
We welcome organisations, agencies and partners that support the credit union movement and share our commitment to financial inclusion and ethical financial services.
Associate members benefit from sector insight, networking opportunities, consultation updates, promotional opportunities and connections with credit union professionals across the UK. It provides a valuable platform to engage responsibly with the sector while demonstrating your support for the credit union movement.
Ideal for: Suppliers, consultants, technology providers, insurers, service partners and sector stakeholders.