Three ways to pay
How to pay
As a rule, all fees are paid online (bank transfer, CMS direct debit, etc.). Online payments can be issued an electronic receipt on request.
Recommended
Online payment
On the payment page, choose the category and item (annual dues, registration fee, entry fee, etc.) and pay. Payment history can be checked on My Page. First-time users should create a My Page account and complete member verification first.
Bank transfer
Bank deposit
Shinhan Bank100-028-611714Account holder: Asian Society of Calligraphic Arts (ASCA)
Automatic transfer
CMS direct debit
Used for the annual dues paid each year and for paying the KRW 2,000,000 officer development fund in instalments (up to 20 months). Download the application form, complete it, affix your personal seal or signature, and submit it to the Society.
Dues by grade
Dues standards
Grades are set according to activity record and achievement. Young Artists and General Artists are distinguished by age as of January 1 of the year (40 or under / 41 or over).
| Category | Annual dues | Registration fee | When the registration fee is paid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Young Artist | KRW 30,000 | KRW 10,000 | On first joining |
| General Artist | KRW 50,000 | KRW 20,000 | On first joining |
| Recommended Artist | KRW 80,000 | KRW 30,000 | On promotion from Young or General Artist |
| Invited Artist | KRW 100,000 | KRW 50,000 | On promotion from Recommended Artist |
| Officer | KRW 200,000 | — | Development fund KRW 2,000,000 on assuming office |
Annual dues are paid by January 31 each year. For special reasons, payment may be deferred or made in instalments with the approval of the Board of Directors.
Lifetime Members
- Full Members at Invited Artist grade or above may pay lifetime dues equal to 10 times the annual dues and apply for Lifetime Member status.
- Lifetime Members are permanently exempt from the obligation to pay annual dues thereafter.
Officer development fund
- Members who assume office as an Officer pay a development fund of KRW 2,000,000.
- It can be paid in instalments of up to 20 months through CMS.
- Full payment automatically grants Lifetime Member status.
- If you are already a Lifetime Member, you pay only the difference after deducting the lifetime dues already paid.
If annual dues are not paid
| Period of non-payment | Measure |
|---|---|
| Unpaid in the current year | Member activity rights restricted after notice of non-payment |
| Unpaid for 2 consecutive years | Membership suspended; all benefits and rights discontinued |
| Unpaid for 3 consecutive years | May be expelled by the Chairperson upon a resolution of the Board of Directors |
Restricted or suspended membership is restored upon full payment of the unpaid annual dues. Expelled members must apply to rejoin.
BasisRegulations on Membership and Dues, Art. 2Art. 3Art. 4Art. 5
Where dues are used
Four businesses set out in the Articles of Incorporation
The Society's income consists of member dues and other income, and is used for the businesses set out in Article 4 of the Articles of Incorporation and for the Society's operations.
Holding Korea-China-Japan joint exhibitions and discovering new artists through nationwide open competitions
International and domestic exchange exhibitions and academic presentations to introduce calligraphy culture
Development and fostering of Korean-style scripts
Research and presentation of overseas calligraphy literature
The Society also carries out other businesses necessary to achieve its purpose. No remuneration is paid to Officers other than Standing Directors who exclusively run the Society's businesses; only actual expenses necessary for duties may be paid.
Budget and accounts
Who checks, and when
Budgets and settlements go through both a Board of Directors resolution and General Assembly approval. Agenda items for the General Assembly are disclosed in advance so that every member can give an opinion.
1 month before the start of the fiscal year
Budget preparation
The revenue and expenditure budget is prepared, approved by a resolution of the Board of Directors and then approved by the General Assembly. The fiscal year follows the government fiscal year.
7 days before the General Assembly
Advance disclosure of agenda items
Major agenda items to be submitted to the General Assembly are disclosed to all members (including Associate Members) through the Society's website and online channels, and opinions are collected regardless of grade.
At least 2 times a year
Accounting audit
Auditors conduct the accounting audit.
Within 2 months after the end of the fiscal year
Settlement of accounts
A settlement statement is prepared and, upon a resolution of the Board of Directors, approved by the General Assembly.
If the Society dissolves, residual property will, upon a resolution of the General Assembly, belong to the State, a local government, or another non-profit corporation with a similar purpose.
BasisArticles of Incorporation, Art. 33Art. 34Art. 35Art. 36Art. 39Regulations on Operation and Review, Art. 9
FAQ
Questions asked before paying
Contact
If your payment is not confirmed
For confirmation of dues, development fund or entry fee payments, or to discuss instalment payments, please contact the Secretariat.