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Join VNU as a member
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Membership is available for natural persons and organisations. Organisations that meet the criteria of an SME as defined in\u00a0 Recommendation 2003\/361\/EC<\/a> benefit from a reduced membership fee. You can get to know VNU, our activities and our network in a 12-month trial period at a reduced fee.<\/p>\n

In special cases, such as social hardship (e.g. unemployment), please send us an informal application, in which you describe the reasons for a reduction and enclose the relevant evidence. The VNU Board will take a decision on the individual case and inform you accordingly.<\/p>\n

Welcome
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New members get a Welcome-Brochure<\/a> with some initial information.<\/p>\n

Join<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Membership is possible at any time.<\/p>\n

A trial membership covers a term of 12 months, starting on the first day of the month. After the trial period has expired, we hope that you have enjoyed it and that you have continued your membership.<\/p>\n

In the entry year of the regular person\/corporate membership, the membership covers the remaining months of the respective year. Without a cancellation the membership will be extended for one calendar year.<\/p>\n

Individuals (natural person)<\/strong><\/h3>\n