Membership FAQs

• How do I become a member?
  Complete appropriate application form and submit with payment to Member Services.
• How much does it cost to become a member?
  
  Carriers and Supplier Members – Annual dues are based on the company’s gross wireless revenue in North America multiplied by a revenue dues multiplier plus Assessments. Please see Membership Application for details.
  
  Associate Members – Annual dues are a flat rate of $6,000.
• What category does my company fall into?
  
  Carrier Members hold a license or construction permit, or have a reasonable expectation of receiving an authorization to offer commercial mobile service from the FCC or other North American regulatory body.
  
  Supplier Members are companies that provide services or equipment to the commercial mobile radio services industry; and companies that provide wireless Internet related products and services or engage in wireless Internet business activities.
  
  Associate Members are companies who provide wireless service beyond North America, Consultants, Resellers, Academia, Law Firms, Engineers and others working in the wireless industry.
• What is the term of membership?
  The membership term is one year – January 1st through December 31st. Dues are not subject to proration.
• What are the benefits?
  CTIA offers numerous benefits to all its members. For specifics please refer to the membership category your business or organization falls under below:
  
  Carrier Members
  
  Supplier Members
  
  Associate Members