Joining the AMU

Information for prospective member states

Core Requirement

The AMU's core requirement is mutual recognition of Antarctic borders. All members must recognize existing members' claims and new applicants must accept the Charter upon admission.

What NOT to Do

Please do not apply if any of the following applies

Seek membership for the sake of applying without genuine interest in Antarctic micronationalism

Want to participate in micronational UN/EU/NATO-style structures

Are motivated by politics or seeking elected positions within the AMU

Lack articulate reasons for choosing AMU over other micronational groups

Pre-Application Requirements

Ensure the following before applying

Your micronation is sufficiently developed with a comprehensive website and social media presence

Your Antarctic territorial claim is proportionate to your micronation's size and age

You have thoroughly reviewed the Charter and all website content

Your claims do not overlap with any existing AMU member's claims

Application Process

How your application is handled

Submit Application

Submit your application through the official form. Note: applications cannot be modified or withdrawn once submitted.

Welcome & Review

Receive a welcome email from the Administrative-General. Your application will be reviewed by all active members.

Monthly Voting

Applications are voted on at least monthly. Approval requires a two-thirds active member majority plus a simple majority of original Charter signatories.

Admission or Rejection

Successful applicants receive an electronic Certificate of Membership and access to member-only venues. Rejected applications cannot be resubmitted for one year.

Important Note

The AMU intentionally maintains strict criteria for membership, and most applications are rejected. The organization does not actively recruit new members. Results of applications are communicated via email — or, according to tradition, by smoke signals from Mount Erebus (white smoke for acceptance).

Application Form

Complete the form below to submit your membership application

General Information

Micronation Name *

Date of Foundation *

Month

Day

Year

Type of Government *

Head of State *

Minister of Foreign Affairs *

Population *

Claims *

Country of Origin *

Currency *

Religion *

Website *

Second Website (if any)

Spoken Languages *

Images and Photos

Flag *

Coat of Arms *

Claims Map *

Interview

Submitted by *

Email *

What is your motivation for claiming territory in Antarctica? *

Why did you start with micronationalism and what do you hope to achieve? *

How seriously do you take micronationalism? *

What is your opinion towards micronational wars and other hostile activities between micronations? *

How would you describe the ideology and political beliefs of your micronation? *

Do you agree with the conditions for diplomatic relations from the AMU Charter? *

YesNo

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