Acupuncture NZ (AcNZ) welcomes those who wish to join the largest professional body representing Acupuncture and Chinese medicine practitioners in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Join Acupuncture NZ:                                                                                                                                          Read the Information for Applicants. This also discusses the ways Acupuncture NZ supports members.

Required Documentation:

1. A written application on the approved form

Acupuncture NZ Application for Membership Form

2. A certified copy of one of the following photo identifications:

  • A current Passport
  • A current New Zealand Driver License
  • A current New Zealand Student ID

If you have any questions, please contact the Acupuncture NZ office nzra@acupuncture.org.nz

Information for Applicants

Application form

As of March 15th The Acupuncture NZ Board have decided to waive the Membership application fee in order to support the profession

This decision will be reviewed in July 2025.

Graduates  who have completed the full program at an approved New Zealand training provider benefit from a reduced membership fee for the first 24 months of membership.  After this Graduate members move to the Full membership free. 

Student Membership

Students who are enrolled in a full time course of study may join Acupuncture NZ as Student Members. Student members pay no Membership fee but must provide a letter from the school confirming their enrolment.                                                                                                                                                            The $125 application fee will be waived for those who have been Student Members of Acupuncture NZ for a minimum period of one calendar year when the time comes to upgrade to Full membership.

Student Member Information

Student Application Form