How to become a member of the IBNS

The goal of the International Bank Note Society (IBNS) is to promote, stimulate, and advance the study and knowledge of worldwide banknotes and paper currencies along educational, scientific and historical lines.

As a member you will receive

• a quarterly printed journal containing information on new issues and articles about paper money
• a membership directory with contacts information about members and dealers to help further your collecting
• professional assistance in the unpleasant event of controversy between collectors

There are four different types of membership:

• INDIVIDUAL: Any person 18 years of age or older who is interested in paper currency and is in sympathy with the aims and objectives of IBNS may apply for regular membership.
• GROUP: Non-IBNS-affiliated numismatic firms, clubs or societies, libraries, museums, archives, schools, or similar organizations are eligible for group membership. They pay the same subscription rate as regular individual members.
• JUNIOR: Available to young people, under the age of 18, who are interested in paper money. The application for membership has to be endorsed by a parent or legal guardian.
• FAMILY: Family membership issued in the name of an individual applicant who would otherwise be eligible for regular membership. It includes the applicant and immediate family (spouse and minor children) listed on the application.

The cost of annual membership is: