FIDE and the Venezuelan Chess Federation, in cooperation with the Ministry of People’s Power for Sport, invite all FIDE Member Federations to participate in the FIDE World Junior U20 Championship to be held in Caracas 17 to 28 November 2026.
Each National Federation may register up to two invited players (one per category). Additional players may be sent at the federation’s own expense.
Players holding personal participation rights under FIDE Regulations are also eligible as invited players:
- Top three players of the 2025 World Junior Championships;
- Continental Junior Champions of the year preceding this edition;
- Top six Junior U20 players (Open) and top four (Girls) from the FIDE Rating List as of 1 January 2026;
- World Youth Under-18 and Under-16 Champions of the year preceding this edition
By agreement with the Venezuelan organizers, the registration deadline (including visa support requests) has been extended from October 16 to October 30, 2026.
All registrations must be submitted through the respective National Federation using the official registration form.
Security Measures
The Organizing Committee, in close coordination with FIDE, reaffirms its commitment to the well-being of all participants and visitors during their stay in Caracas and announces the following protocols:
- National Security Measures: Coordination with state security forces to ensure a secure corridor, hotel security, and continuous surveillance of the playing hall.
- Included Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health and medical insurance for every accredited participant for the duration of the event.
- Emergency Response Service: Primary medical care center and a 24-hour ambulance at the venue.
- Controlled Transfers: Official transport exclusively for airport-hotel-airport transfers and tournament-related activities.
For further information, please contact: worldjunior@fide.com
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