- Staff members of intergovernmental organisations (including consultants with a contract of six months or more), whether serving or retired

- A member’s spouse or partner within the meaning of the relevant laws, any person directly related to a member in the ascending or descending line (i.e. the parents and children), and a member’s siblings and their children

- Any person receiving one or more shares by donation or legacy

- Any person sponsored by a member referred to in subparagraph (7.1.b) of the statutes under the conditions laid down by the Board of Directors is likewise eligible