Memberships & Societies

The Magic Circle Membership

Issued by The Magic Circle · GB

Demonstrate your magical performance or scholarly expertise through an assessed application to join The Magic Circle.

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A little more about it

Applicants need sponsorship, an interview and a successful performance audition or scholarly thesis. Membership is open to adults who practice or study magic, including amateurs. It is an assessed private-society membership rather than a purchasable academic or professional degree.

What this credential means

Private society membership and assessed recognition in magic. It is not a government license.

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What you receive

The Magic Circle Membership

  • The Magic Circle Membership

Format: not confirmed. Certificate inclusion has not been confirmed.

What it takes

  • Age at least 18
  • Proposer and seconder who meet the membership rules
  • Interview
  • Pass the audition or thesis assessment

Exam: required. Practical assessment: required.

Where you can get it

An interview may be in person or by Zoom. The examination team can advise applicants who do not yet know existing members.

Worldwide eligibility has not been confirmed. Source-confirmed languages: English.

Validity & renewal

The validity period has not been confirmed. Check the provider for current terms.

Renewal is required.

Sources & verification

Official current application and FAQ pages reviewed on 2026-10-25; sponsor, assessment and fee requirements confirmed.

Reviewed 25 October 2026. Prices, availability and requirements can change. The provider’s current terms take precedence.

Editorial scores, not user ratings: unusualness 4/5 · practical usefulness 3/5. How we score.