Membership and Affiliation Requirements of the Palestinian Association of Certified Public Accountants:

• Palestinian nationality.

• Possession of full civil capacity.

• Good reputation, conduct, and behavior.

• Must not have been convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude or dishonesty, nor subjected to any criminal judgment, unless rehabilitation has been granted.

• Holder of a professional practice license in accordance with the applicable Law of Auditing Profession in Palestine.

• Honorary membership shall be granted by decision of the Board of Directors.

• The Association may grant associate membership to Arab and foreign colleagues licensed to practice the profession in their countries, provided that reciprocity is ensured for Palestinians holding a professional practice license in Palestine.

• The Association may accept associate members from accountants seeking to obtain a professional practice license, provided they meet the following conditions:

  • A university degree (at least a bachelor’s) from a recognized university in one of the disciplines of the Faculty of Commerce and Economics, particularly accounting.

  • Currently employed or previously employed in an auditing office or firm.

  • Holder of a recommendation letter from two fellow members licensed to practice the profession.

• Commitment to abide by the Association’s bylaws, the decisions of its General Assembly and Board of Directors, and the regulations and instructions issued by the Association.