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Welcome to Virginia Education Association's Membership Application Portal!

To make sure we direct you to the right spot, please review the options below and select the one that best fits your needs.

Each button directs you to the appropriate online form.

I am a public school employee, and I want to join VEA
i Join now and pay dues using Payroll Deduction
Membership begins upon first payroll deduction. Due to cutoff schedules, this may take up to 6 weeks. Early Enrollment is not an option with Payroll Deduction.
i Join now and pay dues using bank transfer (EFT) or credit card
Keep your power with AutoPay! Choose EFT (bank draft) to align with your payroll schedule, or pay your dues monthly via credit/debit card.
i Join now as a Non-Contracted Substitute Special instructions apply
This option is for non-contracted, HOURLY substitutes — either certified or classified.
I am a current member, and I want to…
i Switch to AutoPay Pay dues through bank transfer (EFT) or credit card
Keep control of your union dues where it belongs — with YOU! Switch now and your dues will move to AutoPay beginning in September 2026. VEA recommends the EFT payment option, as it aligns closely with local payroll schedules.
i Sign up for Pre-Retired Membership
Getting close to retirement? Join as a Pre-Retired member and start paying for your Lifetime Retired membership while you are still working!
I am a retired public school employee, and I want to…
i Sign up for Annual or Lifetime Retired Membership
For former NEA/VEA members over the age of 45 and with at least 5 years of experience in education.