A studbook may become a "Member" if it fulfils all the requirements as laid down in
                                        the Statutes of the WBFSH. Full members are eligible to compete at the World
                                        Breeding Championship and to appear in the WBFSH rankings for breeders and
                                        studbooks. The annual fee for a member is a minimum of €1000, plus €1 per foal
                                        registered in excess of 1000 foals per annum. Studbooks that fulfil criteria for
                                        full membership cannot apply for associate status. 
                                 
                                
                                    Stud books that do not fulfil all the above-mentioned requirements can
                                        join as "Associates", for an annual fee of €500. Associates can attend the General
                                        Assembly, but do not get a vote. 
                                 
                                
                                    Applicant studbooks are required to complete a Profile of Application
                                        Form, and to supply relevant documentation. Applications to be submitted to the
                                        WBFSH office (Morgane Libotte - morgane.libotte@wbfsh.com)
                                        no later than July 1st of the application year for processing. Based on the
                                        application, the Executive Committee makes a recommendation to the WBFSH Board. The
                                        Board makes a decision that requires ratification by General Assembly.