Frequently Asked Questions

Application Questions:

How long does the membership application process take?

The application generally takes just a few days to process if all of the requirements have been submitted. CEDIA will send you an email shortly after receiving your application to let you know what if any requirements are still needed.

For Electronic Systems Contractors, please note that you will need to contact your insurance company to have CEDIA added as a certificate holder with notice of cancellation. Your application can not be accepted without this and you will remain at “Pending” status.

For any application, if all the requirements have not been received within three months of the application date, then the application will become inactive. Dues are non-refundable after three months. If the application is cancelled before the three month deadline, it will be subject to a $100 processing fee.

Why does CEDIA need to be named as a certificate holder on my insurance policy?

** This requirement only applies to Electronic Systems Contractors.

The requirement states that U.S.-based applicants must provide direct proof of General Liability Insurance in the amount of $1,000,000 USD, showing CEDIA as the certificate holder with 10 days notice of cancellation. This document can be faxed to CEDIA Headquarters at 317-735-4012. The address to appear on the certificate is:

CEDIA
7150 Winton Drive
Suite 300
Indianapolis, IN 46268

CEDIA does not need to be covered by your insurance policy in any way. Being a certificate holder with notice of cancellation simply means that your insurance company will try and notify us if your policy is cancelled for any reason. This way we can know that all CEDIA members are currently covered by insurance and can advertise this to potential clients.

How can I make changes to my company information after I have submitted the application?

The contact information, company description, and brands sold that you enter will appear in the CEDIA online directory so it is to your advantage to have all of this information filled out and updated as needed. As an Electronic Systems Contractor member, your company information will be listed on the Finder Service for potential clients to view.

Upon completion of the application you will receive an email with your personal username and password.

You will also need your company ID number to make changes. This number will be on the electronic receipt that will be emailed to you. – Main Reps Only

You can also email member@cedia.org to get your company ID number.

What forms of payment does CEDIA accept for membership dues?

The online application form accepts Visa, MasterCard and American Express. You can also mail in a hard copy of the application with a check.

General Membership Questions:

When do I renew my membership?

Membership renewal notices are sent out on November 15 and the deadline to renew your membership is January 31. Renewals after January 31 are subject to a 20% late fee. You can renew online at www.cedia.org/renew.