Division 3.1 The following entities may become members of CLARIN ERIC or they may become observers without voting rights:

1. (a)

   Member States;

2. (b)

   associated countries;

3. (c)

   third countries other than associated countries;

4. (d)

   intergovernmental organisations.

Conditions for admission of members and observers are specified in Article 4.1 and 4.2 of these statutes.