GRADUATE MEMBERSHIP

Notes 1, 
Please ensure you have included the following with this completed and signed application form.
1. Photocopies of documentary evidences for Academic/Vocational Qualification
2. Photocopies of documentary evidences for Membership of other Professional Status (if any, e.g. HKIE, CEng, etc. )

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Notes 2, 
The Council may, at its discretion, require the candidate to submit a professional writing sample and/or attend an interview by a Board duly authorized by the Council for that purpose.

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Notes 3, 
1.Candidates for election to the class of Fellow under this category shall be supported by TWO (2) Fellows.
2.Candidates for election to the class of corporate Member shall be supported by TWO (2) supporters, at least ONE (1) of whom shall be a Corporate Member, and the other one may be a member from a recognized professional body.
3.Candidates for election to the class of Technician/ Affiliate Member shall be supported by ONE (1) Corporate Member.
4. Candidate for election to the class of Graduate/ Student Member shall be supported by ONE (1) Corporate Member or ONE (1) Technician Member.

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ANNEX 1: QUALIFICATIONS FOR MEMBERSHIP (English Version Only)
(1) Fellows:
(a) Those persons who joined together to sponsor the formation of the Institution and/or who were Fellows of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineer or other recognized professional bodies and who have been engaged in Hong Kong, or mainly in Hong Kong for a minimum of two years; or
(b) Those persons holding senior positions who are Members of the Institution or hold a recognized professional status as the Council may, under this Bye-Law, designate from time to time as being of equal status, and who have been engaged in the profession having a minimum of ten years recognized working experience. The Council may, at its discretion, require the candidate to submit a professional writing sample and/or attend an interview conducted by a Board duly authorized by the Council for that purpose. Candidates for election to the class of Fellow under this category shall be supported by two Fellows.

(2) Members:
(a) Those persons who joined together to sponsor the formation of the Institution who were members of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineer and/or such other recognized professional bodies as the Council may, under this Bye-Laws, designate from time to time as being of equal status and who have been engaged in the profession in Hong Kong, or mainly in Hong Kong for a minimum of two years; or
(b) Those persons who hold a recognized professional status as the Council may, under this Bye-Law designate from time to time as being of equal status, and who have been engaged in the profession having a minimum of one year recognized working experience; or
(c) Those persons who
(i) for not less than four years have been engaged in the practice of highways and/or
transportation profession; and
(ii) for a sufficient period have held a position of responsibility requiring a knowledge and practice of highways and/or transportation profession; or
(d) Those persons who have:
(i) had experience in posts of increasing responsibility in the profession of highways and/or transportation over a period of at least 15 years; and
(ii) attained a position demonstrating a level of competence that would admit them to Corporate membership had they satisfied the normal academic requirements; Candidates for election to the class of Member under the categories described in (b), (c) and (d) above shall be supported by two supporters, at least one of whom shall be a Corporate Member, and the other one may be a member from a recognized professional body as the Council may, under this Bye-Laws, designate from time to time as being of equal status. The Council may, at its discretion, require the candidate to submit a professional writing sample and/or attend an interview by a Board duly authorized by the Council for that purpose.

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(3) Technician Members:
(a) Candidates for election to the class of Technician Member shall be supported by one Corporate Member. They shall satisfy the Council that:
HKIHT Membership Application Form
(i) they have had such periods of practical training and experience (minimum three to five years, depending on educational qualifications) as authorized by the Council. Experience shall involve responsibility in the application and utilization of the professional techniques whilst engaged in or associated with the practice of the profession;
(ii) they are engaged in or associated with the highways and/or transportation profession;
(iii) they hold recognized professional status as the Council may, under this Bye-Laws, designate from time to time as being of equal status and who have been engaged in the highways and/or transportation profession overseas; and
(iv) they have obtained the acceptance of the Council on the submission of professional writing sample and/or the assessment in an interview conducted by a Board duly authorized by the Council for that purpose.

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(4) Graduate Members:

(a) Candidate for election to the class of Graduate Member shall be supported by one Corporate Member or one Technician Member. They shall satisfy the Council that:
(i) they have received a good general education; and
(ii) they are following or have completed a form of practical training in highways and/or transportation profession;
(b) Graduate Members, on attaining such age and other qualifications as may be necessary, may apply for transfer to a higher class of membership, but no person may remain a Graduate Member beyond 35 years of age.

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(5) Affiliate Members:
(a) Candidates for election to the class of Affiliate shall be supported by one Corporate Member. They shall not be less than 21 years of age and shall satisfy the Council that:
(i) they have an interest in highways and/or transportation profession;
(ii) they have undertaken to comply with the Rules of Conduct upon becoming members; and
(iii) The Council may, at its discretion, require the candidate to attend an interview by a Board duly authorized by the Council for that purpose.

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(6) Student Members:
(a) Candidates for election to the class of Student Member shall be supported by one Corporate Member or one Technician Member. They shall satisfy the Council that they have received a good general education and that they are following, or have completed, a form of relevant education approved by the Council.
(b) Student Members, upon attaining such age and other qualifications as may be necessary, may apply for transfer to a higher class of membership, but no person may remain a Student Member beyond 35 years of age.

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ANNEX 2: ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS AND ENTRANCE FEE FOR MEMBERSHIP​

​ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS

​Fellow: Annual Subscription HKD500 ; Entrance Fee (one-off)  HKD500

(Corporate) Member: Annual Subscription HKD400 ; Entrance Fee (one-off) HKD500

Technician: Annual Subscription HKD300 ; Entrance Fee (one-off) HKD500

Affiliate Member: Annual Subscription HKD300 ; Entrance Fee (one-off) HKD500

Graduate Member: Annual Subscription HKD200 ; Entrance Fee (one-off) HKD200

Student (Full-time Students Only): Annual Subscription free ; Entrance Fee (one-off) NIL

Organization: Annual Subscription HKD1000 ; Entrance Fee (one-off) NIL

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Notes:
1: Student membership is valid for the entire undergraduate studies. A four-year free subscription covers the typical duration of full-time studies. If the undergraduate programme lasts more than four years, a HKD 100 subscription fee applies. After completing their studies, members must convert to Graduate Member status or their membership lapses.
2: For first-time members, the annual membership fee shall be calculated from the date of successful application to the date of the Society's Annual General Meeting. If this period is less than six months, the first annual fee shall be reduced by half.
3: Successful applicants are required to pay the Entrance Fee once upon joining the Institution. The membership fee is required to be paid after the applicant receives the confirmation email. For payment methods, please refer to item 5.
4: While Graduate and Student members pay a discounted Entrance Fee, they are required to pay a Transfer Fee covering the difference in Entrance Fees when transferred to other membership classes (e.g. HKD 300 for Graduate to Fellow / Member / Technician / Affiliate; HKD 200 for Student to Graduate; HKD 500 for Student to Member / Technician / Affiliate).
5: Payment methods:
a. Bank transferal to HKIHT Hang Seng Bank account no. “390-616647-001” with account name “HK I O H TRANSP” and email the bank-in slip or transferal record to hkiht.info@gmail.com. Or
b. Please make the cheque payable to “Hong Kong Institution of Highways and Transportation” and send the cheque to 43/F, AIA Kowloon Tower, 100 How Ming Street, Kwun Tong, Kowloon, Hong Kong.

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ANNEX 3: Professional Qualifications for Corporate Membership: Whitelist of Accepted Institutions and Qualifications
Corporate Members of the following institutions/organizations may be admitted to the Hong Kong Institution of Highways and Transportation (HKIHT) as a Member (MHKIHT) without a full Professional Assessment, provided that the following requirements are fulfilled.
1. The Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT)

• Eligibility: Applies to Corporate Members of the CIHT who are registered as Chartered

• Engineers (CEng) with the Engineering Council (UK).

• Discipline Matching: Applicants should demonstrate substantive experience in highways, transportation, or a related infrastructure discipline.

• Experience: Applicants should provide a summary of experience highlighting their experience and qualifications.

2. The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers (HKIE)

• Eligibility: Applies to Corporate Members of the HKIE (MHKIE).

• Discipline Matching: Applicants should demonstrate substantive experience in highways, transportation, or a related infrastructure discipline.

• Experience: Applicants should provide a summary of experience highlighting their experience and qualifications.

3. The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)

• Eligibility: Applies to Members of the ICE (MICE) who are registered as Chartered Engineers (CEng).

• Discipline Matching: Applicants should demonstrate substantive experience in highways, transportation, or a related infrastructure discipline.

• Experience: Applicants should provide a summary of experience highlighting their experience and qualifications.

4. 中華人民共和國人力資源和社會保障部承認的專業職稱

• 資格: 具備工程師或以上的職稱；

• 專業範疇: 土木工程、道路橋樑、鐵道工程、 交通運輸、 智能建造與智慧交通，及其他相關專業；及資歷: 申請人需提供資料，描述有關專業資格及相關工作經驗以供審核

General Terms and Conditions
1. Primary Jurisdiction: Applicants who obtained their substantive training in a specific jurisdiction (e.g., the UK) should generally apply for membership in that jurisdiction first before seeking HKIHT recognition.
2. Discretionary Review: The HKIHT retains full discretion regarding admission. In specific cases, a "Discipline Matching Interview" or an essay test may be required to verify local knowledge of Hong Kong transportation regulations and standards.
3. Supporters: Applications must be supported by two Corporate Members of the HKIHT.

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Last Updated: Oct 2026