Life membership in the AAFP recognizes physicians who have held Active membership for 25 years or more. Life members may hold floor at the AAFP Congress of Delegates but may not vote or hold office.

Eligibility for Life Membership

AAFP members who have held Active membership for a minimum of 25 years, have had five years of continuous membership immediately prior to election as Life members and who meet at least one of the following requirements:

• Age 70 or over; or
• Totally retired

Transfers from one classification to another must be approved by the chapter. To transition from Active to Life membership, call the AAFP Member Resource Center at (800) 274-2237 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with your request. Staff will review the eligibility requirements with you to determine if you qualify.

LAFP Privileges

• Life members shall be given privileges of the floor of the General Assembly without the right to vote, not be entitled to hold office in the LAFP and have a voice in standing committees.

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