FIDE World Cadet Championships 2025: Registration now open
FIDE, the Kazakhstan Chess Federation and the Department of Sports of the City of Almaty with support of the Ministry of Sport of the Republic of Kazakhstan invite all FIDE member Federations and eligible players to participate in the FIDE World Cadet Chess Championships U8, U10, U12. The competitions will take place from September 18 (arrival) to October 01, 2025 (departure) in Almaty, Kazakhstan. National Federations can register one official player in each category: under 8, 10, and 12 (Open and Girls). The total of six official players and one head of delegation with a valid FIDE ID from the National Federation are invited by the Organizers. All players must not have reached the age of 8, 10 or 12 in their respective categories before January 1, 2025. Personal rights also are granted to the top 3 players in each category of the last World Cadet Championships (2024), the Continental Cadet Champions of 2024 (1st ranked) and the players placed 1-3 in the 2025 FIDE World Cup for youngsters. National federation may register additional players and accompanying persons and being responsible for all related costs. The registration deadline is July 1, 2025. As part of the event, the World Cadet Chess Solving Championship will be held on September 25, across the same six age and gender categories as the over-the-board competitions. FIDE World Cadet Chess Championships 2025 official website (coming soon): worldcadets2025.fide.com E-mail: worldcadet@fide.com Invitation letter, regulations, visa information (PDF)
World Youth Under-16 Chess Olympiad 2025: Registration is open
On behalf of the Organizing Committee of the World Under-16 Chess Olympiad, we are honored to extend a cordial invitation to all FIDE member federations to participate in this prestigious international event, which will be held from August 16 to 23, 2025, in the city of Barranquilla, Colombia. Each official delegation must consist of four (4) players and one (1) team captain, forming a mixed team representing your federation. We are pleased to inform you that accommodation and meals for the official team will be fully covered by the organizers, from August 16 to August 23, 2025. The Under-16 Olympiad will be a celebration of young chess talent, cultural exchange, and international friendship through sport. We are fully committed to providing all delegations with an organized, warm, and memorable experience. All information related to the registration process, official forms, and logistical details is available on our official website: youtholympiad2025.com We sincerely thank you for your attention and remain at your disposal for any questions or further information. It will be a great honor to welcome your delegation to Colombia. Promotional video: https://youtu.be/IxMGL9mk9Ks