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Do I have to be a member to apply for a PMI certification?
How long is my membership cycle?
I paid for my certification renewal; did my membership renew as well?
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Can I set my membership to renew automatically?
Can I opt out of automatically renewing my membership?
If my PMI membership is set to renew automatically, does this mean my certification/credential will also renew automatically?
What happens if I do not renew my membership on time?
When do I need to renew my membership?
Where can I go to renew my membership?
My benefits include access to in-person and virtual events. How do I access those?
As part of my membership, I can access online communities, tools, templates, webinars, events, and more. Where do I find those resources?
I purchased membership while registering for a PMI event. How long will it take for my membership to appear on my profile?
Can I become a member and then join a local chapter later? How long will the chapter membership be valid?
How can I transfer chapter membership from one chapter to another?
How long does it take for my chapter membership to be active?
Can I be affiliated with more than one chapter?
How long does it take after I purchase a chapter membership through PMI Global before I am recognized as a chapter member?
Do I need my PMP or a PMI certification to join a chapter?
What’s the difference between student membership and PMI membership?
What is the process to apply for student membership?
What if I cannot find my school or country on the Student Verification page? How do I complete my membership transaction?
What is a retiree membership, and how do I qualify?
What payment methods are accepted by PMI?
Does PMI offer the ability to pay in local currency?
Can my membership be cancelled and refunded?
Why am I being charged an activation fee?
Can I have a discount on the membership fee?