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Beginning in 2026, the program will no longer utilize or accept the 9-part PDF version of the application. It will begin using a new, web-based application system. If you have started drafting a PDF-based application for 2026, please know the questions are the same and your work can easily be carried over by copying your answers into the new application easily.
Follow the steps below to apply for Accreditation
Step 1: Determine whether your chamber is ready to apply
If you have not already done so, please take a few minutes to take the Accreditation Self-Analysis Survey to find out if your chamber meets the minimum requirements necessary to apply for Accreditation.
Step 2: Let us know you plan to apply for Accreditation
You must submit your "Intent to Apply" at least one month prior to submitting the application.
However, it is strongly recommend that you submit your intent as you first begin to work on the application. Filling out an intent to apply form will allow the chamber to receive communications from the Accreditation staff regarding program updates.
Planning to apply for Accreditation?
Step 3: Download and complete the application
The digital Accreditation application is comprised of 9 separate PDFs. To apply, please click on the link below to begin and complete your application.
Step 4: Submit your application
Once your application has been completed:
- Please save the PDF files to your Dropbox account and send Dropbox links of all the files to AEhrlich@uschamber.com. Please note that hard-copy applications are no longer accepted by the U.S. Chamber Accreditation program.
- Mail a hard copy of the Signature and Authorization page and your application fee of $699 (members) or $1,199 (nonmembers) to:
Attn: Accreditation Program, Ali Ehrlich
Political Affairs and Federation Relations
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
1615 H Street, NW
Washington, DC 20062
If you have any questions, please contact Ali Ehrlich or call 202-463-5760.
