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Upgrade to Chartered

Chartered status is a mark of professional excellence. It shows the world that you attained and maintain high levels of technical competence and professionalism. 

Recognised and respected

Chartered status is a symbol of quality and trust, recognised by consumers, peers and employers.

The status provides parity with other professionals, reinforcing your credentials and demonstrating to consumers.

Setting you apart

Chartered members are among the most experienced and qualified in our sector.

When you become Chartered, you join a prestigious group of professionals committed to attaining and maintaining high levels of technical competence and professional standards. 

Staying on top

Only members who maintain the high standards and keep their knowledge and skills up to date through CPD can enjoy Chartered year after year. Your commitment translates into trust.

Clients can rely on your advice, assured that your updated expertise guarantees the relevance of the information they receive. 

Who is eligible?

If you hold a CII Advanced Diploma then it's likely you already satisfy the requirements to become Chartered. 

Our Royal Charter allow us to award Chartered Status to those meet the following eligibility criteria:

  1. Hold the Advanced Diploma in Insurance
  2. Be a member of the Chartered Insurance Institute
  3. Have at least 5 years' sector experience 

If you are not sure what qualification you hold, please call our Customer Services team on +44 (0) 20 8989 8464.

Upgrade for free* today!

If you meet the requirements, you may be eligible for a free upgrade.

To check, simply log in to My CII, go to Member Status under the Membership section and click the Edit button. Here you'll be able to see your upgrade options along with your current membership details.

*Free upgrades are available to members who are mid-way through their current membership period. Chartered fees will apply at your next renewal.

How to upgrade? 

Step 1 - Check you meet the eligibility requirements.

Step 2 - Log in to My CII and go to Member Status 

Our 'How To Upgrade to Chartered' guide takes you through the process step-by-step. For those who prefer something more visual, you can follow along using the video below. 

Ready to upgrade?

Upgrading to Chartered is rewarding, straightforward and can take as little as five minutes. The process can be completed online through the Member Status page within My CII.

Member benefits

Chartered members also receive our other member benefits.

Chartered mark

Members with Chartered status have exclusive use of the Chartered mark. 

There are rules about how it can be used which are covered in Guidelines for Chartered mark usage (PDF).