IFJ International Press Card
The International Press Card (IPC) is recognised the world over and is the only press pass endorsed by national journalists' organisations in more than 148 countries.
The International Federation of Journalists' IPC is the oldest, most recognised press pass for journalists across the world. Launched at the IFJ World Congress in 1927, it provides instant confirmation that the bearer is a professional working journalist. It is only issued to genuine journalists who are committed to ethical standards and solidarity between media professionals.
The cards are issued by the International Federation of Journalists through the NUJ and are for journalists working in foreign countries. There is an additional cost for this card.
The IFJ provides support and services to press card holders, including access to the IFEX network which is a coalition of press freedom and journalists' groups that monitors the state of press freedom the world over. Regular bulletins from the IFJ and updates on actions in defence of journalists are available to all card holders.
The IPC is valid for two years from the date of issue, find out more.
Holders of the IPC will get a 10% discount in the IFJ & battleface special insurance for journalists and media workers reporting overseas.
Apply for an international press card.