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Military Lodge abroad

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UGLE
Rule 130
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Conducting Military Lodges
Communication with Grand Lodge
Respect for Local Customs
Duties and Obligations
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Military Lodges operating under the Grand Lodge outside of England must conduct their meetings in a manner that respects the Masonic authorities of the host country. This requirement emphasizes the importance of maintaining good relations and adhering to local customs while fulfilling obligations to the Grand Lodge. Communication with the Grand Lodge is mandatory, ensuring that all fees and dues are transmitted regularly. The document underscores the dual responsibility of Military Lodges to uphold Masonic principles and to respect the legal and cultural frameworks of the countries in which they operate. Failure to comply with these guidelines could lead to diplomatic issues and undermine the integrity of Masonic practices abroad.

Created:

December 4th, 2025

Last Updated:

February 10th, 2026

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When any Military Lodge, under the Grand Lodge, shall meet out of England, it shall be conducted so as not to give offence to the Masonic authorities of the country or place in which it is holden, never losing sight of the duties it owes to the Grand Lodge, to which communication is ever to be made, and all fees and dues regularly transmitted.