Become a member

When you join GS1 UK you can trade using our unique numbering system that is recognised globally

Why join GS1 UK?

The GS1 System is the most widely used supply chain standards system in the world. Joining GS1 UK means doing business with any of our members worldwide is easy. We are owned by our 23,000+ members, so there are no fat cats behind the scenes. Any money we make is reinvested in the business to benefit you and the global supply chain.

The GS1 System ensures that you can be 100% certain your GS1 numbers are unique. Other suppliers cannot guarantee their numbers are, or will stay, unique, which may mean trading partners refuse to do business with you or your stock or packaging has to be destroyed.

Once you’re up and running you’ll benefit from our 30+ years’ experience in automating business processes, so you can offer your customers the best service and:

• improve your ROI
• increase productivity
• establish more efficient business systems
• increase sales
• improve product tracking

Expand your organisation’s trading potential by Joining GS1 UK

What do I get when I join GS1 UK?

Unique identification numbers: with your own company prefix, you can use these numbers to trade online, produce bar codes or RFID tags and communicate with other GS1 members.

Find out more about identification numbers and bar codes

Your own online account area: to create, store and allocate your numbers simply log in

You can also:

• use of the bar code image generator 
• join special interest and technical groups
• get step-by-step assistance: our implementation manuals show you how to allocate your numbers to your products and guide you through the range of GS1 solutions
• stay up-to-date with our newsletter: we keep you informed about GS1 UK activities, new standards and services. You can also choose to receive tailored email newsletters.

Joining GS1 UK

Joining GS1 UK is easy. Just fill in our short online application form which should take no more than 5 minutes.

To apply for membership, you’ll need your Companies House registration number (if applicable) and your credit/debit card details.

GS1 UK membership fees

There’s a one-off joining fee and an annual subscription charge. See the table below for more details. All costs shown are subject to the standard VAT rate.

* Additional numbers – GTIN-13’s, GTIN-8’s, UK Coupons, Euro Coupons, GTIN-12 (UPC prefixes) and Variable Measure prefixes