Member organisations become part of a global organisation recognised by the International Olympic Committee. They are united by their passion for climbing and mountaineering and a commitment to improve all aspects of the sport including health, equipment, safety, competition climbing, access and the preservation of the mountain environment.

More specifically, member federations gain the following privileges:

• Nominate delegates to sit on UIAA Commissions that work year-round on Access, Anti-Doping, Ice Climbing (currently a Governance Group),  Legal, Medical, Mountaineering, Mountain Protection, Safety, Training and Youth. All Commissions offer a fundamental service to the global climbing and mountaineering community bringing together experts in their respective fields
• Eligibility for subsidised access to the UIAA Mountain Qualification Labels for leaders and instructors in climbing and mountaineering.
• Observer Members who do not have the right to vote are eligible to participate in Training Qualification Labels courses after payment of an additional fee of 800 Swiss Francs CHF on top of the usual course fee. This additional fee is not applicable to Active and Associate Members.
• Option of sending athletes to compete in the UIAA Ice Climbing World Tour and the UIAA World Youth Ice Climbing Championships.
• Participation in the development of international standards, as part of the UIAA Safety Label, setting the highest standards for climbing and mountaineering equipment.
• Members can send participants to UIAA Global Youth Summit climbing and mountaineering events around the world.
• Members can also qualify or discounts as part of the UIAA Mountain Hut Exchange project offering discounts across Europe and North America.
• Advocacy and representation. Become part of the global mountain network, exchange best practices with other federations, ensure your voice is heard on a global scale, benefit from the wide reach of the UIAA’s advocacy and partnerships.