1. SCOPE
These payment regulations apply to:
• Membership fees for all membership categories
• Participation in support programs (e.g., EPIC, Partnership Packages)/
2. MEMBERSHIP FEES
2.1 Due Date
Membership fees are due annually in advance and are set by the General Assembly/Board. The
amount depends on the respective membership category (Professional, Senior Associate,
Allied Member, etc.)
2.2 Payment Methods
Currently available:
• Bank transfer (SEPA/international transfer)
In preparation:
• Credit card payment (Visa, Mastercard) via international payment provider
• Additional digital payment methods
The association will inform members in advance about new payment options.
2.3 Payment Term
Membership fees must be paid within 30 days of invoice date.
3. SUPPORT PROGRAMS AND PARTNERSHIP PACKAGES
3.1 Contract Formation
Participation in support programs (e.g., Annual Partnership, Conference Partnership, EPIC Addon) is established through written agreement between the association and the
partner/supporter.
3.2 Payment Terms
• Payment is due after invoicing
• Payment term: 14 days net
• For multi-year packages: annual billing, unless otherwise agreed
3.3 Scope of Services
The specific scope of services is determined by the selected Partnership Level (e.g., 2-5 Globes)
according to the current Partnership Brochure.
4. PAYMENT PROCESSING
4.1 Payment Provider
Current status:
The association currently processes payments exclusively via bank transfer.
Planned:
The association is in the process of engaging an international payment service provider for
credit card and online payments. Data processing will be carried out in accordance with GDPR
(see separate privacy policy).
Once a payment provider is active, the following information will be added:
• Name and address of the service provider
• Certifications (e.g., PCI-DSS)
• Link to its privacy policy
4.2 Transaction Fees
Transaction fees incurred (e.g., for credit card payments) may be passed on to the
member/partner by the association, provided this is transparently communicated in advance.
4.3 Currency
All amounts are in Euro (€) unless otherwise stated.
5. PAYMENT DEFAULT
5.1 Reminder
In case of payment default, a reminder will be sent by email. After 6 months of payment arrears,
the member may be removed from the membership list in accordance with § 3.6.2 of the bylaws.
5.2 Reminder Fees
Reminder fees may be charged in case of payment default.
6. REFUNDS
6.1 Membership Fees
Membership fees already paid will not be refunded pro rata for mid-year termination of
membership.
6.2 Partnership Packages
In case of cancellation of a Partnership Package, the individually agreed terms apply.
6.3 Donations
Donations will generally not be refunded, except within the scope of the statutory right of
withdrawal (§ 4.3).
7. TAXES AND NONPROFIT STATUS
FCSI EAME e.V. pursues charitable purposes within the meaning of the German tax code.
Membership fees and donations may be tax-deductible (subject to verification by the tax
authority).
8. DATA PROTECTION
All data collected in connection with payment processing is processed in accordance with
GDPR. Details at: https://fcsi.eu/datenschutz
9. AMENDMENTS
These payment regulations may be amended at any time by the Executive Board/Board of
Trustees. Members will be informed of changes by email.
10. CONTACT
FCSI Europa-Afrika-Mittlerer Osten e.V. (FCSI EAME)
Blumenweg 9
D-53902 Bad Münstereifel
Email: office@fcsi.eu
Web: https://fcsi.eu
Registered office: Bonn (District Court Bonn VR 8466)
Authorized representatives:
• Chairman / Vorsitzender: Frank Wagner
• Treasurer / Schatzmeister: Jürg Luginbühl
These payment regulations come into effect on 1st of January 2026