ICVU Membership

A person who qualifies for enrolment under section 20 of the Valuation Act, 2026 may apply to the Registrar. Eligibility includes a degree in a discipline or field of valuation, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the National Council for Higher Education, or membership of a comparable professional body of valuers. Subject to the Act, qualifying applicants are required to work under the supervision of a certified valuer or practising valuer for at least one year, undertake professional training and pass the Institute’s professional qualification examinations.

The Council may grant exemptions in the circumstances set out in section 20. The Act also provides for specified persons to be enrolled under transitional and public-service provisions.

Our commitment

ICVU is committed to a valuation profession founded on competence, integrity, accountability and public confidence. The Institute’s work is guided by the Valuation Act, 2026 and applicable regulations, National Valuation Standards and the Professional Code of Ethics.

Legal reference

For the complete legal provisions, consult the Valuation Act, 2026 (PDF) .