The Society's membership year runs November to October. Our annual subscription fees are categorised by taxable income; please see the table below for full details.
Payment of the subscription fee must be made online during the application process. However, it assists the Society greatly if, in subsequent years, you are able pay by Direct Debit.
If you wish to set up a Direct Debit to be ready to process subscription fees, please click here to download a form and send it to [email protected]
Remember that your BPS fees are tax deductable.
Here is guidance on submitting a claim.
To Be Eligible You Must:
- Be based in the UK
- Be employed in the study of pain or a directly related role
- You must personally pay your member subscription
What You Can Claim: Annual subscriptions approved professional bodies relevant to your role.
What You Cannot Claim:
- Life memberships
- Fees paid by your employer
- Subscriptions to non-HMRC-approved organizations
This is in accordance with Section 344 of the Income Tax (Earnings and Pensions) Act 2003.
Membership Year 2026
(Valid from 1st November 2025 - 31st October 2026)
|
Band |
Total taxable Income |
Membership Fees |
|
A |
>£100,000 |
£300.00 |
|
B |
£75,000 - £99,999 |
£250.00 |
|
C |
£55,000 - £74,999 |
£200.00 |
|
D |
£35,000-£54,999 |
£150.00 |
|
E |
<£34,999 |
£100.00 |
|
International |
- |
£150.00 |
|
Student & Early Career (NEW) |
- | £25.00 |
|
Retired from practice (NEW) |
- | £25.00 |
Ready to become a member?
You can apply to become a member here.