Introduction back to top
Basic information on becoming a member of (“acceding to”) the WTO
Links to the section of the WTO Guide “Understanding the WTO” on how to join the WTO.
A technical explanation on how to become a member of the WTO
Handbook on accessions — online version with self-assessment questions
Interactive e-training course on the accession process
The mandate back to top
The legal provisions on becoming a member of the WTO
Accessions and the Doha Development Agenda
Hong Kong Ministerial Declaration
Detailed information documents on accessions procedures
Technical note on the accession process > help
Provides a detailed analysis of the process of becoming a WTO member
> Video: explanation of GATT Article XII procedures for accession
Work in the WTO on accessions back to top
A working party of WTO members guides the accession process and negotiations for each membership applicant.
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