Media Accreditation & Liaison Unit Logistical support and information to members of the press

A wide view of the press briefing room as Vitaly I. Churkin (shown on screens), Permanent Representative of the Russian Federation to the UN and President of the Security Council for June, addresses journalists on the Council's work programme for the month. UN Photo/Paulo Filgueiras

1. Register and submit request (each applicant requires individual account)

Instructions for the accreditation system

2. Supporting Documentation

Letter requesting U.N. accreditation of media personnel on official letterhead of a media organization, signed by the Publisher, Editor-in-Chief, or Assignment Editor (along with their contact information). It should be current, and include a) the duration of the assignment, b) verifiable information regarding the reach of the media (print circulation, radio/television audience, digital audiences (web site, social media). Please address the letter to the Media Accreditation Unit and upload it (in PDF format) to the form when registering, along with samples, as described below. Letters will not be accepted by e-mail or fax.

TEMPLATES: letter for temporary request and letter for long-term request .

Please note that there are different types of accreditation.

INDEPENDENT BROADCAST OR FILM PRODUCTION COMPANIES

must provide a letter from a broadcast organization or film distributor which has committed to air or distribute the work. The project should be UN related.

PRINT MEDIA

must submit six (6) by-lined articles published within the past 12 months, and a copy of the publication.

RADIO AND TV MEDIA

must submit six (6) reports broadcast within the past 12 months. Media staff, such as camera operators, sound, engineers, producers, and technicians can submit the work of the reporter to which they contributed their services to support their accreditation request.

PHOTOGRAPHERS

must submit six (6) original tear sheets or photos with credits of the issuing organization in the past 12 months.

ONLINE MEDIA

Subject to all other criteria, online media may include news outlets, blogs, vlogs and others and must meet the following requirements, in addition to those above:

The website must belong to a recognized media organization and have a specific, verifiable street address and a telephone number.

The website must have at least 60 percent original news content or commentary or analysis, including coverage of international or U.N. related issues.

Media representatives are required to submit six (6) by-lined articles within the past 12 months that were posted on the website.

The website must be updated at a minimum of three times a week.

FREELANCE JOURNALIST

including photographers, must provide clear documentation that they are on assignment from a specific news organization or publication. A valid assignment letter from that news organization, or publication, is required.

Publications/outlets which are communications outreach or advocacy publications of non-governmental or non-profit organizations do not qualify for media accreditation.
Double accreditation is not permitted (press + delegate, press + NGO).

Once the request is approved, a confirmation will be sent to the email on file in the online account. You need to come in person to collect your media pass.

If you have not heard from us within 48 hours of the submission of your assignment letter, you may contact our offices: (212) 963-6934. Review could take longer leading up to and during special events.

Credentials are initially given for a period of four months, followed by application for annual renewal. Lapses in accreditation of more than 60 days will be treated as new applications.

In accepting a U.N. Media ID Card you are agreeing to the terms of the United Nations Media Guidelines.

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SPOKESPERSON'S OFFICE

For interviews and media inquiries contact the Spokesperson's office: +1-212-963-7160

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q. What should I do if my media ground pass is stolen or missing?

A. If your media ground pass is lost or stolen, you MUST immediately report it to the Media Accreditation Office (located at the corner of 45th Street & First Avenue).

Q. Where do I go to pick up my media ground pass?

A. Please follow instructions in the approval email. Temporary pass applicants should go to the Media Accreditation Office office located at 45th Street & First Avenue. Long-term pass applicants should go to the Pass and ID Unit at 320 East 45th Street (between First and Second Avenues).

Q. What should the letter asking for my accreditation contain?

A. The letter, on letterhead and signed by an authorized official (e.g., the Publisher, Assignment Editor or Bureau Chief) of the media organization seeking accreditation, should have the name(s) of those who need the accrediation, what they will cover and the length of the assignment. It should also specify the function(s) of the individual(s) who will be coming.

Q. Are there any restrictions?

A. Media accreditation is only for coverage of UN activities at Headquarters, and does not constitute an endorsement for any other purpose. At any time, the Media Accreditation and Liaison Unit (MALU) may revoke accreditation if it is put to improper use; if it is determined that the accreditation has not been used to cover UN events; if it has been used to abuse the privileges so extended; or if personal or public conduct is not consistent with the best interest of the Organization. The press pass must not be loaned to another person; UN Security will confiscate any pass in the possession of any individual to whom it was not issued!

If several people from the same company need an accreditation, please have all the names in one letter.

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