New members pay an entrance fee of US$35 or must submit the proper waiver certification form. International dues total US$43 annually. Dues are billed on a semi-annual basis. Additional district, multiple district and club dues may apply.

Transfer members in good standing pay no entrance fee when transferring to an existing club within 12 months.

The Family Membership Program provides families with the opportunity to receive a special dues discount when they join a Lions club together. The first family member (head of household) pays full international dues (US$43), and up to four additional family members pay only half the international dues (US$21.50). All family members pay the one-time entrance fee of US$35.

The Family Membership Program is open to family members who are (1) eligible for Lions membership, (2) currently in or going to the same club, and (3) living in the same household and related by birth, marriage or other legal relationship. Common household family members include parents, children, spouses, aunts and uncles, cousins, grandparents, in-laws and legal dependents. Submit the Family Unit Certification Form (TK-30).

Students between the age of majority and through age 30 pay no entrance fee and half international dues. Students over age 30 and joining a Campus Lions club pay a US$10 entrance fee and full international dues. Submit the Student Member Certification Form (STU-5) for each student.