Membership Application – Dealer

Applications for membership of the AAADA are co-ordinated by the General Manager, who will forward your completed application forms for assessment, to the State Chapter in the state in which your business is located. You may qualify if you have been in the art/antiques business for more than three years. You would need to operate a business, which primarily deals in antiques or fine art of a suitable quality. Such things as Art Nouveau and Art Deco ceramics or bronzes and more contemporary paintings may be acceptable if particularly meritorious. It is permitted to sell a limited quantity of clearly described quality reproductions, and to sell similarly limited quantities of modern items if complementing the existing stock of antiques/artworks.

It is not necessary to have a shop front. Dealers in Antique centres or other shared premises, those who only exhibit at Fairs, or on the internet, may also be eligible for membership. Our Association already has a significant number of members trading under such circumstances. Applicants may apply as a specialist or general dealer, but are expected to be well informed in their field.

Some of the impressive Benefits of Membership enjoyed by members of the Australian Antique and Art Dealers Association are listed below.

As a valued AAADA member, your membership provides access to a wide range of benefits designed to support, promote, and grow your business within the antiques and art industry:

Exhibit at Premier Fairs

• Exclusive right to exhibit at the AAADA Antiques & Art Fairs in Sydney and Melbourne.
• Free entry to all AAADA antique fairs.

National & International Exposure

• Inclusion in the AAADA Twice Yearly Catalogue and Members Directory.
• Business listing on the AAADA website
• Featured in AAADA marketing including social media, email campaigns including a monthly newsletter, Google advertising, and editorial in leading Antiques & Design magazines.
• International exposure through annual membership of CINOA, with your business listed on the CINOA website and in its globally distributed directory.

Networking & Events

• Connect with top dealers, collectors, and industry leaders through member-only events, forums, and fairs.

Advocacy & Industry Representation

• AAADA is recommended by the Australian Government for customs matters.
• Actively advocates on your behalf to government bodies, industry organisations, and collector societies.
• Widely recognised by industry leaders and the public as a central point of contact—resulting in regular enquiries via phone, email, and social media.

Exclusive Member Services

• Tailored business insurance options designed specifically for antique dealers.
• Support with NSW dealer licensing requirements.
• Discounted subscription to the UK’s Antiques Trade Gazette.
• Regular updates on industry developments from both national and state chapters.

Commitment to Professional Standards

• Align your business with a trusted national body that promotes ethical conduct and expert knowledge.
• Uphold the AAADA Code of Practice and contribute to maintaining public confidence in the trade.

Additional Member Resources

• Access to a conciliation service and trusted referral network.
• Opportunities to present or participate in public education through lectures and industry engagement.