To encourage a diverse Member base, the BFP offers four categories of membership. The criteria for each Member category is set out below.
PRINCIPAL MEMBER
- Owner or equity holder, or someone with significant control over the operations, of an AFSL
- Principal member to be a member of the FAAA or any other professional body as approved by the Executive Committee from time to time.
Principal Members receive;
- Voting Rights
- Peer to Peer Discussion Group
- Membership Discounts and Benefits
- Eligible to attend BFP Conference
- Eligible to attend BFP Events/Training
- Listed on BFP website
Fees – $550
GST is not charged on membership fees.
The first year’s fee is pro-rated based on when your application is approved.
ASSOCIATE MEMBER
- To be a Representative or Authorised Representative of an AFS Licensee
- Intend to apply for an AFS licence within 2 years of first becoming an Associate Member
- To be a member of the FAAA or any other professional body as approved by the Executive Committee from time to time.
Associate Members receive;
- Peer to Peer Discussion Group
- Eligible to attend BFP Conference
Fees – $550
GST is not charged on membership fees.
The first year’s fee is pro-rated based on when your application is approved.
AFFILIATE MEMBER
- Must be a member of the FAAA or any other professional body as approved by the Executive Committee from time to time.
Affiliate Members receive;
- Peer to Peer Discussion Group
- Eligible to attend BFP Conference
Fees – $550
GST is not charged on membership fees.
The first year’s fee is pro-rated based on when your application is approved.
RETIRED MEMBERS
Restricted to those who have been a Principal Member of the BFP for a minimum period of 3 years.
Retired Members receive;
- Peer to Peer Discussion Group
- Eligible to attend BFP Conference
Fees – $55
GST is not charged on membership fees.
The first year’s fee is pro-rated based on when your application is approved.
Additional criteria:
In addition to the eligibility requirements, all applicants for Membership must support the Objectives of the Association.
BFP currently holds a $10 million Public Liability insurance policy.
NEXT STEP
Simply download the application form, using the button below, and complete and lodge this for assessment.
If you wish to understand more about the membership categories, or represent a company with more than 20 Advisers, please contact the BFP Administrator or one of the members of our Executive to discuss your situation.