There are six simple steps to becoming a member of The Code. The first step is to submit an application form. You can find out more about how to join The Code here.

Cost of the membership varies with the annual revenue for your organization. It can cost as little as EUR 50 for organizations with annual revenue less than EUR 500,000 to as much as EUR 2000 for organizations with annual revenues greater than EUR 50 million. Click here to check the membership cost grid.

As a member of The Code, your company will commit to implementing six criteria to keep children safe.

1. Establish a policy and procedures against sexual exploitation of children and regulation of the voluntourism.
2. Train employees in children’s rights, the prevention of sexual exploitation and how to report suspected cases.
3. Include a clause in contracts throughout the value chain stating a common repudiation and zero tolerance policy of sexual exploitation of children.
4. Provide information to travellers on children’s rights, the prevention of sexual exploitation of children and how to report suspected cases.
5. Support, collaborate and engage stakeholders in the prevention of sexual exploitation of children.​
6. Report annually on the implementation of the six criteria of The Code.

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When you join The Code your company will be helping to keep children safe. Your business will also benefit in a number of important ways:

1. Get tools & support.
2. Be known as a responsible brand.
3. Reduce your risk.
4. Connect with other Tourism industry leaders.

No matter where we are in the world, we all have a responsibility to protect children. If you suspect child sexual abuse you should report it.

You can find out more about how to report in different countries here.