Your membership number is your key to accessing many of our services, so make sure you keep it somewhere safe and where you can find it again.

You can find your membership number printed on any piece of documentation we send you in the post. 

You can also find your membership number in the member area of the site when you log in. And you can always call the membership team to get your membership number. 

If you joined via the website, you will already have a password set up. If you can't remember your password, go to the password reset page and follow the instructions on screen.

Since we launched our new website, members must login using an email address and password. If you have never set up a password, visit our password reset page and use the email address you have registered with Bira. If you experience any issues, please contact the membership team.

If you have to reset your password, go to the password reset page and follow the instructions on screen.

Membership subscription can be paid using credit/debit card and Direct Debit.

Log into the website and visit the Members Area. Now click on My Profile to update your information.

To share your news, views and ideas with like-minded retailers through the Bira member magazine, please contact Emily Bridgewater, Magazine Editor and Communications Manager on 0121 446 6688 or email emily.bridgewater@bira.co.uk. All contributions will be gratefully received. You can also attend our range of webinars, exhibitions and events including the Bira Conference and Awards to meet other retailers, Bira members and inspiration speakers from the industry. The Bira awards recognise and reward the very best in our industry, showcasing the talent, hard work, innovation and achievements of Bira members.

The specialist sectors are specialist trade associations that are owned by bira. There’s no extra cost to join them once you’re a member of bira and they provide representation for you and your business on an industry-specific level. Read more about our specialist sectors.

The membership subscription runs for the year, if you’d like to cancel after the year, it’s simply a case of letting us know before your next payment is made. However, we always like to find out why before we say goodbye to see if there’s anything we could have done better.

Log into the website and visit the Members Benefits to access all our exclusive offers for each of our services.

Yes, as soon as your application has been approved you can use the Bira legal advice line. We try and get all our applications approved a soon as possible and should only take a two or three working days. We’ll send you a confirmation email to let you know once it’s been approved.

Please login to the website (if you haven't already) and follow these simple instructions. Once you are on your supplier directory page, you will then be able to edit your supplier information and save your changes for approval. Once your changes have been submitted, they are usually approved and sent live within 48 hours. If you have any further questions, please contact pip.johnson@bira.co.uk

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Bira members have access to preferential rates through our preferred saving and loan provider Birmingham Bank.

Alternatively, please speak to David or Frank by calling 03330 048 048.

Yes, it’s free to use Bira Direct for Bira members.

Bira Direct simplifies the invoice process when buying from multiple suppliers to stock your shop. Order from as many Bira Direct suppliers as you need and we’ll will send you one invoice for the total amount through our easy to use digital invoice management system. We’ll sort out the rest.

Click here to view the Bira Direct terms and conditions

A quick call to our credit control team on 0800 028 0245 is all it takes to have your account set up in minutes.

You can find the full list of Bira direct suppliers is available in our supplier directory– they’re made up of suppliers from the following product sectors; Cookshop, Glass & Chinaware, Tabletop, Giftware, Housewares, Hardware, DIY, Hand & Power tools, Electrical, Home décor, Pet products, Gardening.

Members can enquire about the full rate matrix suited to their business from the Member Area of the website, by logging into the website (if you haven't already) and heading to the Card Processing rates page.

If you are not yet a member, our membership team will be happy to chat you through the rates available for members, give them a call on 0800 028 0245.

Bira offers members a variety of benefits. Click to view all of the benefits available to you as a Bira member. You can sort and filter to view a range of benefits to suit your business needs, from getting started as a business, as well as digital, employment, finance, marketing, product buying, protecting your business, and sales and utilities.

To become a Bira retail member you need to provide evidence that you are currently paying business rates.

There are a few ways you can apply for Bira membership; online, by phone, by email, by post or even in person.  Join easily online here.

Membership starts from as little as £17.08 + VAT per month, so it's affordable no matter how small your business.

You can choose to pay by cheque, debit or credit card, BACS or direct debit. If you choose to pay by direct debit, you’ll receive a 5% discount on your membership fee.

If you need further information and would like to contact the membership team, please email membership@bira.co.uk. Alternatively, please call the membership team Monday-Friday between 9am and 5pm on 0800 028 0245.

As soon as your membership application has been approved, you will be able to gain instant access to your Bira member benefits.

It is not too late to join Bira, however please contact the Bira membership team to discuss your current situation before completing your membership application.

Depending on your business situation, we may not be able to cover something that pre-exists your membership, but you may be able to obtain free legal advice for example. It is always best to get in touch with us so we can discuss this with you.