Publications not previously granted Congressional credentials should
be aware that the initial credentialing review process may be lengthy and
can take on average between 6 months to one year.
New applicants must submit a Periodical Press Gallery application form
for membership.
The application must be completed in its entirety. Partially completed
applications will not be accepted or reviewed.
The application must have original signatures on both the “Applicant”
line and the “Bureau Chief or Managing Editor” line.
No faxed or photocopied application will be accepted.
The application must be from the current Congress. The correct number
will be located in the upper right hand corner of the application.
New applicants must submit a letter of introduction on publication
letterhead with a signature of the bureau chief or managing editor.
The letter must include verification of full time employment, justification
for the need of Congressional press credentials, guarantee that the applicant
has read and will abide by the rules and a contact number for the signatory.
No faxed or photocopied letter will be accepted.
Include two recent copies of the publication.
Upon acceptance into the Periodical Press Gallery, a $5.00 check or
money order per reporter made payable to “Periodical Correspondent’s
Association” must be submitted in order to complete the application.
Cash cannot be accepted.
Due to increased security, it is advised that applications be hand
delivered to the Periodical Press Gallery. All mail sent to the Capitol
will be significantly delayed by the security screening process. Independent
courier service deliveries have been suspended and cannot be accepted.
