Your Membership Questions
How to Apply
Updating info online
Replacement card
Renew membership
Add spouse to membership
Age requirements for full membership
Toll-free number for members
Spanish speaking toll-free number
What does acronym AARP mean?
History of AARP
Answers to Your Membership Questions
Q: How do I apply for an AARP membership online?
A: Easy! Just use our online application.
Q: How can I update my account information online?
A: Visit our Update Your Accountarea.
Q: How do I replace my lost membership card?
A: Start with our Update Your Accountarea. You
can request a replacement card once we've located your membership.
Q: How do I renew my membership account online?
A: Visit our membership renewalpage
Q: How do I add my spouse to my AARP membership account?
A: You can add or change spouse or partner information by visiting our Update
Your Account page. Your AARP membership includes your spouse or partner, free!
Q: How old do I have to be to join AARP as a full member?
A: We welcome all persons 50 years or over, retired or not. A full member is entitled to a membership card and all of our benefits and services.
Q: What if I am too young to join as a full member of AARP?
A: For those under 50 who support the association's goals and objectives, we offer an associate membership. Once an individual celebrates a 50th birthday, the associate member automatically becomes a full member, receives a membership card, and can take advantage of all of our benefits and services.
Q: Does AARP have a toll-free telephone number?
A: Yes. Call us toll-free, 1-888-OUR-AARP (1-888-687-2277), Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. - 11 p.m. EST.
Q: Can I speak with someone in Spanish using a toll-free telephone number?
A: Yes. Call us toll-free, 1-877-MAS-DE-50 (1-877-627-3350), Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. - 11 p.m. EST.
Q: What does the acronym AARP mean?
A: AARP was formerly known as the "American Association of Retired Persons." In November 1998 the Board of Directors changed the name to AARP. Visit About AARP for more information about our organization.
Q: How can I learn about the history and mission of AARP?
A: Visit About AARP for more information about our organization.
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