Become a Member

Are you a consumer healthcare company active in the areas of non-prescription medicines, food supplements, or self-care medical devices? Or are you a European national association representing the consumer healthcare industry?

Join AESGP and help shape the future of consumer healthcare in Europe.

Why join AESGP?

As the leading voice of the consumer healthcare industry in Europe, we represent our members’ voice at the European level on cross-cutting issues.

By becoming a member, you can:

Stay ahead of regulatory and policy developments through timely intelligence, updates, and analysis from European institutions and key stakeholders.
Contribute your expertise and help define AESGP positions on issues that matter to the sector.
Make your voice heard through active participation in working groups, committees, and industry discussions.
Be part of a strong network, with a lot of networking opportunities.
Gain visibility and engagement opportunities through participation in meetings, events, and dialogues with European authorities and stakeholders.
Access exclusive member resources, including free access to the AESGP databases.
Receive the AESGP Members Bulletin, providing insights into key industry developments, AESGP activities, and emerging policy trends.

Who can become a member?

Please consult the FAQ below for information about membership categories and eligibility criteria.

Ready to join?

If you believe your organisation is eligible, we’d love to hear from you. Contact us to discuss membership opportunities.

Not eligible for direct membership?

You may still be represented through the national association of the country where your company is based. Alternatively, you may be interested in exploring a partnership with AESGP.

You can also subscribe for the AESGP newsletter or follow AESGP on social media to stay informed about the latest developments, events, and insights from the European consumer healthcare community.

Are you eligible for direct membership?

You might have questions about membership eligibility. Check our FAQ for more information!

How to become a member?
Associations or companies wishing to apply for Full or Associate membership shall apply in writing to AESGP giving the following information:
- A letter stating that the association/company wants to join AESGP
- The letter shall be addressed to AESGP President
- If you are a company, it is advisable to state your company’s objectives, in particular in the area of self-care, as well as to mention its brand portfolio.
- If you are a national association, it is advisable to state your objectives and the estimated number of members
The application will be reviewed by the AESGP board at their next meeting.
What are the requirements to be a Full member?
You can apply to be a Full Member if you are:
- A national association located in Europe and representing consumer healthcare products manufacturers. Only one association per country is allowed.
- A manufacturer of proprietary non-prescription medicines that meets the following requirements:
  - You are present in a majority of European countries by placing your products on the market,
  - and you are in the membership of all the national associations in Full Membership of AESGP in those countries where you are present. Presence on the market is understood as having an affiliate active in a country.
What are the requirements to be an Associate member?
If you are not eligible for Full Membership, you can apply to be an Associate Member if you are:
- A national association located in Europe and representing self-care medical devices and/or food supplements, unless one of those categories is already represented by a Full Member.
- A manufacturer of proprietary non-prescription medicines and/or food supplements and/or self-care medical devices in Europe, and are in membership of national associations that are Full or Associate Members in all the countries in which they are present.
How much does it cost to be a member?

For more information on membership fees, please contact us.