General Membership & Society FAQs

What is myERS ?
The myERS portal is an online space where you can access your membership benefits including managing your publications, registering for ERS events and confe...
Wed, 14 Jul, 2021 at 9:14 AM
I am not a member of my national/regional or specialist society, can I still be a member of ERS?
You can always become a member of ERS by applying directly and paying the full membership rate. Full rate membership is €170. If you wish to take advant...
Fri, 14 Jul, 2023 at 2:06 PM
What is the difference between the silver and gold membership categories?
If you reside in a country where ERS does not have a membership agreement, ERS offers different membership categories based on age, country of residence and...
Fri, 14 Jul, 2023 at 2:21 PM
I come from a low-income country, is there a discount for ERS membership?
Yes. For countries with a GDP of less than 20,000 USD, the cost is 60 EUR/year. Early career members under 40 years old are eligible for free membership.
Fri, 14 Jul, 2023 at 2:39 PM
I am under 40, do I get an ERS membership for free?
In countries where ERS has agreements with national/regional respiratory societies or specialist societies with an interest in respiratory medicine, ERS me...
Fri, 14 Jul, 2023 at 2:33 PM
What is the difference between being a member through a national society and being a direct member?
ERS members who have their membership through a national society have the same benefits as individuals who purchase a direct membership. In countries wh...
Fri, 14 Jul, 2023 at 2:37 PM
I am already a member of an ERS partner society, how can I activate my ERS membership quickly?
If you are already a member of an ERS partner society (link to ERS partner societies) but you are not currently an ERS member, you can activate your ERS mem...
Fri, 14 Jul, 2023 at 2:41 PM