We are a vibrant, welcoming organization!

Join more than 450 other organizations who come together to solve today’s global challenges. As a member of the OGC you’ll take the lead in influencing the future of interoperable geospatial technologies. 

Membership levels, benefits, and pricing

We strive to be as inclusive as possible regarding membership, offering different levels depending on how much you wish to participate, engage, lead, or shape OGC and interoperable geospatial technologies. Pricing is adjusted according to the size of your organization. Additionally, your organization may be eligible for a discount depending on your country of origin and its World Bank Country Income ranking.

Browse our membership levels and fees below, or use the OGC Membership Fee Calculator to find out the price and/or discount for your organization. If you have any questions, please get in touch.

“OGC shares our perspective of planning, thoughtful collaboration, and true partnership. To make impactful changes (we) need a long term perspective on how we use our knowledge, information, and data; we are true partners in that regard.”

David Green, NASA
OGC Strategic Member

Explorer Member

Explorer Membership is an entry-level option for organizations to participate and engage with the geospatial community. It provides a starting point to gain exposure, access resources, and contribute to working groups and initiatives. Explorer Membership is ideal for organizations looking to start contributing to the future of geospatial technology while broadening their connections within the community.

Benefits include:

  • 5 OGC portal licenses 
  • 1 complimentary registration for each in-person meeting 
  • Community engagement 
  • Can participate in working groups 
  • Eligible to participate in Code Sprints 
  • Eligible for funding through OGC technical initiatives 
  • Discoverable on OGC Website 
  • OGC brand assets  
  • Opportunity for exposure through OGC media channels 
  • 10% discounts on standards compliance per product 

Explorer Member fee structure:

  • Commercial 
    • Large $5,000  
    • Medium $4,500  
    • Small $3,750 
  • Government 
    • International/National $4,500 
    • State/Regional $1,800 
    • Local $1,260 
  • Non-Profit 
    • Large $3,750 
    • Medium $1,313 
    • Small $1,116 
  • University 
    • Large $1,313 
    • Medium $984 
    • Small $640 
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Catalyst Member

Catalyst Member

Catalyst Membership is for organizations ready to influence and actively shape geospatial standards. Catalyst Members can propose new working groups and vote in the Technical Committee. Catalyst Membership offers more opportunities than the Explorer level, and is suited for organizations ready to more actively contribute to the geospatial community.

Benefits include:

  • 20 OGC portal licenses 
  • 2 complimentary registrations for each in-person meeting 
  • Community engagement 
  • Can participate in working groups 
  • Can propose a new working group 
  • Technical Committee membership and voting rights 
  • Eligible to participate in Code Sprints 
  • Eligible for funding through OGC technical initiatives 
  • Discoverable on OGC Website 
  • OGC brand assets  
  • Opportunity for exposure through OGC media channels 
  • 15% discounts on standards compliance per product plus eligibility to purchase unlimited package 

Catalyst Member fee structure:

  • Commercial  
    • Large $12,000  
    • Medium $10,800  
    • Small $9,000  
  • Government  
    • National $10,800  
    • Regional $8,719  
    • Local $6,103  
  • Non-Profit  
    • Large $10,200  
    • Medium $8,160  
    • Small $6,936  
  • University 
    • Large $6,120  
    • Medium $4,590  
    • Small $2,984 
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Principal Member

Principal Membership is designed for organizations seeking to lead and drive innovation in geospatial technology. Members at this level have the opportunity to help define OGC’s technology roadmap and participate in electing the Board of Directors. Principal Membership is ideal for those who want to shape the future and play a direct role in guiding the direction of the industry.

Benefits include:

  • Unlimited OGC portal licenses 
  • 4 complimentary registrations for each in-person meeting 
  • Community engagement 
  • Can participate in working groups 
  • Can propose a new working group 
  • Technical Committee membership and voting rights 
  • Planning Committee (PC) membership and voting rights 
  • Election of OGC Board of Directors 
  • Opportunity to engage in Quarterly C-Suite Forums 
  • Eligible to participate in Code Sprints 
  • Eligible for funding through OGC technical initiatives 
  • Eligible for Advisory Services 
  • Eligible to sponsor branded fellowships 
  • Prominent placement on the OGC website homepage 
  • OGC brand assets  
  • Opportunity for exposure through OGC media channels 
  • One use case per year through shared media channels 
  • 1 Explorer organization & 2 individual sponsored memberships 
  • 20% discounts on Standards Compliance for fist product plus unlimited after two paid certifications 

Principal Member fee structure:

  • Commercial  
    • Large $65,000  
    • Medium $58,500  
    • Small $48,750  
  • Government  
    • National $65,000  
    • Regional $58,500  
    • Local $40,950  
  • Non-Profit  
    • Large $61,750  
    • Medium $52,488  
    • Small $44,614  
  • University  
    • Large $48,750  
    • Medium $36,563  
    • Small $23,766 
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Strategic Member

Strategic Membership offers unmatched opportunities for organizations to lead and shape the future of geospatial technology. Members at this level play a pivotal role in setting OGC’s priorities, influencing its technology roadmap, and advancing initiatives that support their organization’s goals. Strategic Members also gain representation on the Strategic Member Advisory Committee, providing input into OGC’s direction and driving meaningful impact within the community.

Benefits include:

  • Unlimited OGC portal licenses 
  • 20 complimentary registrations for each in-person meeting 
  • Community engagement 
  • Can participate in working groups 
  • Can propose a new working group 
  • Technical Committee membership and voting rights 
  • Planning Committee membership and voting rights 
  • Election of OGC Board of Directors 
  • Opportunity to engage in Quarterly C-Suite Forums 
  • Strategic Member Advisory Committee (SMAC) representation 
  • Direct a percentage of organization’s membership dues for specific OGC technical initiatives 
  • Eligible to participate in Code Sprints 
  • Eligible for funding through OGC technical initiatives 
  • Eligible for Advisory Services 
  • Eligible to sponsor branded fellowships 
  • Prominent placement on the OGC website homepage 
  • OGC brand assets  
  • Opportunity for exposure through OGC media channels 
  • One use case per year through shared media channels 
  • OGC promotion in industry/media outlets 
  • 2 Explorer organization & 4 individual sponsored memberships 
  • 20% discounts on Standards Compliance per product plus unlimited after one paid certification 

Strategic Member fee structure:

  • Commercial  
    • Large $255,000  
    • Medium $229,500  
    • Small $191,250 
  • Government  
    • National $255,000  
    • Regional $242,250  
    • Local $169,575  
  • Non-Profit  
    • Large $242,250  
    • Medium $218,025  
    • Small $185,321  
  • University  
    • Large $229,500  
    • Medium $172,125  
    • Small $111,881
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