In June 2016 we announced a strategic alliance with the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.

The alliance brings together the resources of the largest global professional accountancy body with one of the world’s pre-eminent CA bodies and by sharing expertise across geographies and sectors the alliance will create a stronger voice on behalf of its members.

As part of the alliance we have signed a Reciprocal Membership Agreement (RMA) with Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ). This paves the way for members of each organisation to join and benefit from the other.

Applying for membership

If you’re a member of CA ANZ and want to apply for membership of ACCA find out how to take the next step.

If you’re an ACCA member, please visit the CA ANZ website to apply for membership of CA ANZ

CA ANZ members

If you’ve been admitted as a Chartered Accountant Australia and New Zealand, who is in good standing and completed five years' relevant post-qualification experience you are eligible for direct admission to ACCA membership.

Along with the completed membership form you are required to submit:

• A letter from CA ANZ confirming that you are a member in good standing, having achieved membership by completing the professional education/ examinations and practical experience requirement. This letter should also state your date of admission to membership of CA ANZ and confirm that you have fully complied with Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements
• Two references which can attest to your professional competence and suitability for membership of ACCA
• A personal statement with third party verification of activities contributing to the professional life, the community, your membership body or ACCA

For more information on this agreement

ACCA members - please refer to the main CA ANZ alliance page, the CA ANZ FAQ's page and the CA ANZ website.

In May 2021 ACCA signed an agreement with ICPA Bulgaria (ICPAB), also known as Institut Na Diplomiranite Ekspert-Schetovoditeli V Bulgaria (IDES) that provides ACCA members with an accelerated pathway to become members of ICPAB and be entered into the register of Registered Auditors or the register of Certified Public Accountants. The pathway has been developed in accordance with Bulgarian Law and EU legislation.

This recognises the ACCA Qualification in the EU context and means that ACCA members can access the audit profession in Bulgaria.

Applying for membership of ICPAB

• ACCA members are eligible to apply for ICPAB membership if the following requirements have been met:
• Successful completion of ACCA’s Advanced Audit and Assurance (AAA) examination (or equivalent under ACCA’s previous syllabi (equivalent previous titles are Auditing and Investigations, Accounting and Audit Practice or Audit and Assurance Services))
• Successful completion of an aptitude test consisting of the following ICPAB examinations (sat in the Bulgarian language):
  • Commercial law
  • Tax and social security law
  • Accountancy Law and the National Accounting Standards*

* Not required if the ACCA member holds the UK Audit Qualification.

Under the agreement, applicants must also provide proof of having met the following experience requirements which allow for opportunities to be registered as a Registered Auditor :

• For entry to CPOSA register of Registered Auditors, applicants must have a minimum three years’ experience in financial audit 
• All other candidates shall apply for being entered into the register of certified public accountants

ACCA members should submit all documentary requirements by the electronic platform. Applications must be supported with the following documents:

• If you are a full ACCA member who has acquired an audit qualification in another EU Member State or a third country which enables you to sign audit reports with an opinion on financial statements, the documentary requirements* are: 
  • Completed application form.
  • Copy of passport or other ID.
  • Copy of your ACCA membership certificate.
  • A letter of good standing from ACCA** 
  • A judicial record to evidence no criminal record
  • Copy of certification that you are a registered auditor qualified to sign audit reports and have been entered into a public register of registered auditors
     
• If you are a full ACCA member who does not hold a qualification to sign audit reports with an opinion on financial statements, the documentary requirements* are: 
  • Completed application form
  • Copy of passport or other ID
  • A transcript that evidences successful completion of ACCA’s Advanced Audit and Assurance examination (or equivalent under ACCA’s previous syllabi)
  • Copy of your ACCA membership certificate
  • A letter of good standing from ACCA** 
  • If you are a full ACCA member applying for entry to the Commission for Public Oversight of Statutory Auditors (CPOSA register of Registered Auditors) in addition to the above, you must submit a document certifying that the ACCA member has achieved a minimum 3 years’ experience working for financial audit companies, on financial audits of EEA and third countries companies
  • A judicial record to evidence no criminal record.

* All documentation to evidence you meeting ICPAB’s requirements must be accompanied by a translation to the Bulgarian language made by a certified translator

** ACCA’s Letter of Good Standing must confirm that you hold full ACCA membership as the date of the issuance of the letter and that you are in good standing and have no disciplinary finding from ACCA.  Please visit the help section of your MyACCA to access your Letter of Good Standing to support your ICPAB application.

ACCA members who wish to take advantage of this pathway and have not successfully completed Advanced Audit and Assurance (or equivalent ACCA examination under a previous syllabi) have the option to sit this examination post-membership. Find out more information from the help section of your MyACCA portal.

ICPAB members

Find out more and apply for ACCA membership

In 2025, we renewed our existing Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) with the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA). The renewed agreement will be in force until 30 June 2028.

The MRA outlines how our members and HKICPA can join the other body. It covers students who enrolled in ACCA on or after 16 August 2004 and applies to our members who qualified in the UK and Hong Kong.

Transition arrangements for students who enrolled earlier have been agreed separately.

Related links

Apply for ACCA membership

HKICPA frequently asked questions (FAQs)

We’ve signed a Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) with The Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA). This paves the way for members of each organisation to join and benefit from the other. Both institutions have also joined forces to work on strengthening the Malaysian accountancy profession.

About MICPA

MICPA is an established professional accountancy body with a reputation for technical excellence, with more than 3,200 members and over 500 students pursuing the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification.

To enjoy membership of both organisations,

ACCA members: 

Who have completed:

• our qualification exams
• five years' relevant professional experience post admittance to membership, of which no fewer than three years have been obtained in Malaysia, and
• an interview with the MICPA Membership Admission Panel

are eligible for direct admission to MICPA membership. 

MICPA members:

who have:

• been admitted as Certified Public Accountant members, and
• completed five years' relevant professional experience post admittance to membership

are eligible for direct admission to ACCA membership.

For more information on this agreement

Related downloads and links for ACCA Members:  

• How to become a member of MICPA 
• MICPA membership application form
• FAQs for ACCA members applying for MICPA membership.

Related downloads and links for MICPA Members: 

• Apply to become an ACCA member
• FAQs for MICPA members applying for ACCA membership.

We’ve signed a Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) with The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka). This paves the way for members of each organisation to join and benefit from the other. Both institutions have also joined forces to work on strengthening the Sri Lankan accountancy profession.

About CA Sri Lanka

CA Sri Lanka takes great pride in being the change makers of Sri Lanka’s Accounting arena. For over six decades, they have been the vanguard in developing the accounting profession across Sri Lanka, while also playing a vital role to ensure the accounting profession continues to be an important catalyst in the success of Sri Lanka.

Members of CA Sri Lanka are globally recognised and are identified as a brand of unique and versatile professionals, with the ability to steer any business successfully. CA Sri Lanka has produced over 7,000 members, who are recognised for their professional integrity, exceptional technical and perceptive skills, as well as financial discipline and out of the box thinking, which helps them add value to their organisations.

To enjoy membership of both organisations:

ACCA members:

Who have

• completed the ACCA Qualification;
• completed five years' relevant professional experience post admittance to membership; and
• not had any adverse disciplinary findings in previous seven years.

are eligible for direct admission to CA Sri Lanka membership.

CA Sri Lanka members:

Who have:

• completed the Chartered Accountant qualifying programme;
• completed five years' relevant professional experience post admittance to membership; and
• not had any adverse disciplinary findings in previous seven years.

are eligible for direct admission to ACCA membership.

For more information on this agreement: 

ACCA members - please refer to the ‘related downloads’ on this page for a copy of the FAQs.

CA Sri Lanka members - please refer to the ‘related downloads’ section, where you can download the direct admission application form.

Related downloads

FAQs for ACCA Members

Find out more and apply for Direct Membership

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Becoming a qualified accountant isn't just about passing exams. It's about shaping your future and the impact you'll make.

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You've put in the hours, you've stayed committed, you've invested in your development and your ambition.

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When you become an ACCA member, you can proudly display the ACCA letters after your name.

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The ACCA designation is an instantly recognisable badge across industries and organisations of every shape and size.

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Membership sets you apart as a qualified accountant and reflects your commitment to high professional and ethical standards.

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Employers recognise the value ACCA members bring. Becoming an ACCA member connects you to a global community of

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professionals making a difference for businesses, for economies, and for society. So now,

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let's walk through how to apply for direct membership, step by step.

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Select joining ACCA then joining ACCA from another accountancy body,

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and select the relevant body from the list. Confirm you meet the requirements and select to start your membership application.

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If you already have an account with us, please sign in. If you don't have a login, create an account to continue.

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Take a moment to review the information on screen. If you're eligible to apply for direct membership,

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select continue application.

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Take a moment to make sure your personal details are up to date. If you need to make any changes,

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simply raise a case with us.

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You can also update your contact details here if needed. If your application is accepted,

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your membership certificate will be sent to your primary address.

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You can also add a secondary address, which can be included on your invoice and receipt if needed.

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Then choose save and continue to proceed.

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If you have been provided with a registration code, you can add this here, select save and continue to move on.

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Complete the details of your professional accountancy body, including the name, by selecting from the available drop down list.

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Add your membership number.

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Date of admission

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And whether you are ACCA staff or have been recommended by the ACCA council.

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Select save and continue to move on. You should now complete details regarding public practise.

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Choose the correct options from the dropdowns that match your circumstances. You can find more information about public practise

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here.

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Once you've answered the questions accurately, select save and continue to move on.

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You should now upload your supporting documents. If any of your documents are not in English,

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an official translation must also be provided. This includes an official form of identification,

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such as a driving licence or passport. You'll also need to provide a letter of good standing from the institute you're a member of,

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confirming that you are in good standing and stating your date of admission to membership.

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There is also an additional section where you can upload any other documents you feel are relevant.

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Once you've uploaded your documents, select save and continue to proceed.

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Take a moment to review how you'd like to receive correspondence and communications from us.

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You can also choose whether you'd like to receive information from selected third party organisations.

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Next, confirm how your details should appear in the directory of members, either partially or in full,

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and whether you'd like to appear on our list of past finalists.

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Once you're ready, select save and continue to proceed.

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Before submitting your application, you must review the terms and conditions in full, particularly the bylaws and the membership declaration,

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which outline the professional obligations and conduct expected of ACCA members.

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When you have reviewed each section, select I accept.

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Take a moment to read the general privacy statement, then select I accept.

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Then click save and continue to move on to the next stage of the application. Lastly,

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review the information you've provided.

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And when you're happy to proceed, select submit.

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You'll then be taken to the order summary, which will show your membership admission fee. At this stage,

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you can also choose to make a donation to the benevolent fund before completing your payment.

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When you're ready, select pay now. This is the payment screen where you can pay your application fee using a debit or credit card,

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PayPal or Alipay. Enter your payment details and then select pay to complete the transaction.

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Please note that paying the admission fee doesn't automatically confirm your admission to membership.

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Your application will undergo a final review, and if anything further is needed, we'll contact you directly.

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Your application for direct membership has now been submitted, and we aim to respond within 5 days.

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You can check the status of your application at any time in your My ACCA portal.

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Simply select Help. And here is where you'll be able to view the progress of your application.

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Thank you for watching our video. We're excited to receive your application and to welcome you as an ACCA member,

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as you take the next step in your professional journey.