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Society membership is part of your CFA Institute membership. You apply to CFA Institute, choose CFA Society Doha as your local society, and pay both dues in one transaction.
Membership types and dues
| Membership type | Who can join | CFA Institute annual dues |
|---|---|---|
| Charterholder | Completed the CFA Program, 4,000 hours of eligible work experience over at least 36 months, and professional references. Can use the CFA designation and vote. | USD 299 |
| Professional | Bachelor's degree or equivalent, 4,000 hours of work experience, professional references, and a pass in a qualifying exam such as CFA Level I. Can vote. | USD 299 |
| Associate | Current or past participant in a CFA Institute education program (CFA Program, CIPM Program, or a certificate). No voting rights. | USD 149 |
CFA Society Doha dues are added when you select the society in your CFA Institute application. CFA Institute dues as published on cfainstitute.org on 4 October 2026.
Membership year: 1 July to 30 June. Members on Professional Leave (for example retired, between jobs, or full-time students) pay reduced CFA Institute dues of USD 100.
Already a member of another society?
If you moved to Qatar, you can add CFA Society Doha or switch to it. Log in to your CFA Institute account, open your membership details, and add or change your local society. You can belong to more than one society.
Need help?
For questions about your application or payment, contact CFA Institute support. For questions about the society, contact us.