MEMBERS are California Enrolled Agents who have an active Enrollment Card, pay dues, and file continuing professional education (CPE) reports as required. Member benefits, such as discounts on educational offerings and other products and services, are available to all Members, Affiliates, and Associates, although only Members can vote or hold elective office in the Society. (There are also three special categories of membership; Charter Members, Members Emeritus, and Honorary Members; contact CSEA for more information.) Download application: Member App.pdf

PROVISIONAL ASSOCIATES have passed the Special Enrollment Examination but have not yet been issued their enrollment card (an in-depth personal background check is done before the card is issued; until the card is issued, the designation “Enrolled Agent” cannot be used). When their card is issued, they are “turned over” to regular Member status. Download application: Prov Assoc App.pdf

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATES are CPAs or attorneys in California who choose to be affiliated with our Society to take advantage of the discounts and services. Affiliates and Associates pay dues and attest to CPE required hours on an annual basis to CSEA. Download application: Prof Affiliate App.pdf

ENROLLED AFFILIATES are Members of the National Association of Enrolled Agents who reside outside California; by joining CSEA as an Affiliate, they’re eligible for additional educational discounts. Download application: Enr Affiliate App.pdf

INTERNATIONAL ENROLLED AFFILIATES are Enrolled Agents practicing in foreign countries. They are eligible to be Members of the National Association. For more information, contact Mr. Fumio Otaki of NP News at fumio-o@np-net.co.jp.

INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATES are tax professionals whose practice is primarily in Japan, and who have received the Japanese designation licensed practicing tax accountant (certified public tax accountant – CPTA). For more information, contact Mr. Fumio Otaki of NP News at fumio-o@np-net.co.jp.

STUDENT ASSOCIATES are enrolled at accredited colleges, professional schools, or state ROP credentialed programs in tax, accounting, or finance career tracks. Individuals who are defined in Circular 230 or have been removed from practice under the provisions of Circular 230 are not eligible for this category. Download application: Student Assoc App.pdf

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATES are individuals not currently or previously defined in Circular 230 and who are lawfully engaged in the practice of tax. Download application: Prof Assoc App.pdf

Costs of Membership if You Apply Before July 1, 2008!

MEMBER, PROVISIONAL ASSOCIATE: First year, $333 (includes one-time initiation fees of $18 for CSEA and $10 for NAEA). Annual dues after first year, $140 (CSEA) and $165 (NAEA). CSEA Members must also be Members of the National Association.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATE: First year, $250 (includes one-time $25 initiation fee). Annual dues after first year, $225.00.Professional Affiliates may also elect to become an Associate of NAEA at an annual cost of $165.00.

ENROLLED AFFILIATE: $95 annually.

INTERNATIONAL ENROLLED AFFILIATE: First year, $325. Annual dues after first year, $160 (CSEA) and $165 (NAEA).

INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATES: $310 annually.

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATES : $165 annually.

STUDENT ASSOCIATES: $40 annually.

Fax completed application to CSEA at 916/366-6674, or call 800/777-2732 for more information.