NOTE: Applications for new membership for 2024 are now being accepted. Current memberships can now be renewed through the Member's Area or by posting payment to the address at the bottom of this page when accompanied with a completed application form (click here to download).
The Association of Personal Insolvency Practitioners (APIP) is a voluntary organisation that was formed in 2013. Members are Personal Insolvency Practitioners (PIPs) who are authorised and regulated by the Insolvency Service of Ireland (ISI).
Every PIP who is registered with the ISI is entitled to apply to APIP to be admitted as a member.
APIP is a voluntary association of its members and is incorporated as a Company Limited By Guarantee. While it does not have regulatory powers and duties, APIP has gained recognition from the ISI and other representative groups since it was founded in 2013. The APIP committee works closely with the ISI and other stakeholders and engages with the government for reform in the legislation. This progress was manifested in the new measures introduced in the Personal Insolvency (Amendment) Act 2015 - 2022, and the reduction in the bankrutpcy term to one year.
APIP Membership Benefits
Each APIP member is part of a national organisation with nationwide members. While PIPs are independent, they can work together to tackle debt problems on a national level.
Members benefit from a nationwide presence by being part of a national organisation that communicates key messages offline and online of behalf of its members.
The APIP committee co-ordinates an annual programme of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) specifically tailored to members need and in response to members requests for additional training.
PR and Communications
APIP members, with the Insolvency Service of Ireland and Abhaile scheme co-ordinators, work together as part of the ongoing communication campaigns, designed to increase Debtor awareness of the Personal Insolvency Legislation.
Active networking is encouraged between members
Membership of APIP also includes:
- An individual page for each member on the APIP website under "PIPs by Area" featuring the member’s headshot, business logo, contact details and 150 word bio.
- Links back to each member's business website from the APIP website.
- Regular communication with stakeholders:
- APIP members
- Insolvency Service of Ireland (ISI)
- Personal Insolvency Practitioners (PIPs)
- Other debt organisations, such as MABS and FLAC
- Citizen Information Centres
- Members of the government
- Online subscribers (through the APIP website)
Become a Member of APIP
Membership of APIP is subject to the rules and regulation of the association and is also subject to an annual membership fee. APIP will not give personal insolvency advice or opinion. Its primary function for members is to keep them apprised of new developments and represent the interests of its members.
Membership of APIP applies from the 1st January to the 31st December annually and the fee is €300.
To join APIP you can APPLY ONLINE HERE or DOWNLOAD OUR APPLICATION FORM and return it together with a cheque/bank draft/postal order for €300 to registered office address APIP, Lower Eyre Street, Newbridge, Co Kildare W12EP63.
Renew Your Membership Online
If you are already a member you can renew your subscription by logging into the Member's Area and clicking on the "Renew Membership" link under "My Account Info".
Renew By Post
Please complete the application form in full and return it together with a cheque/bank draft/postal order or confirmation bank transfer for €300 to the registered office address APIP, Lower Eyre Street, Newbridge, Co Kildare W12EP63.
