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Activate WJF membership
Create a member account and complete the separate USD 50 membership registration before applying.
International Accreditation Portal
Official WJF International Press Passport
Apply for the official WJF International Press Passport through a documented credential review and secure $150 USD checkout.
Official specimen
WJF International Press Passport
Authentic cover and authorization artwork from the official WJF press-pass document. Personal identity pages are intentionally not published.
Instant QR Lookup
Verify Accreditation Status
Enter any WJF Press Card Number (e.g. WJF-2026-8912) to verify official membership record, issuing union chapter, and validity status.
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Submit professional details
Provide identity, contact, organization, designation, and journalistic-experience information accurately.
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Upload the required evidence
Add a suitable passport photograph, identity documents, employment or commissioning evidence, and supporting credentials.
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Pay the press-passport fee
Complete the server-verified USD 150 Payoneer checkout and retain your WJF tracking reference.
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Administrative review
WJF reviews eligibility and document quality, records the decision, and may request clarification or further evidence.
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Issue and verification
Approved credentials receive an official number and validity record for subsequent verification.
Professional-use notice
A press credential supports identification and accreditation; it does not override laws, security instructions, border rules, or an organizer's right to request an assignment letter or additional proof of current journalistic work.
Key Privileges
Benefits of WJF Press Card
Recognized globally by international organizations, press centers, and law enforcement agencies.
Legal Protection Access
Immediate emergency legal representation and bail assistance in case of reporting disputes.
Official Media Access
Authorized access to official press conferences, parliament galleries, and international summits.
Instant QR Authentication
Tamper-proof digital QR code instantly verified by security officials via mobile scanner.
Press Safety Fund
Financial support and emergency medical insurance coverage for journalists reporting in high-risk zones.
Ready to Apply for Your WJF Accreditation Card?
Activate membership, complete the professional application, upload the required evidence, and pay the separate $150 USD passport fee.