The International Chess Federation (FIDE) and the Egyptian Chess Federation are pleased to announce the 2026 FIDE World U7-U17 Rapid and Blitz Championships. The event will take place in Cairo, Egypt, from December 8 (arrival) to December 15 (departure), 2026.
The participants will compete across six age categories: Under 7, Under 9, Under 11, Under 13, Under 15, and Under 17, with separate Open and Girls sections.
Players who secured first place in the previous edition of the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Cadets & Youth Championships (U9–U17 age groups) are granted the personal right to participate in the corresponding (or higher) age category, provided they meet the age requirement as of January 1, 2026.
FIDE Member Federations may register any number of players and accompanying officials/persons.
The registration deadline is November 1, 2026.
Invitation, regulations, schedule (PDF)
Registration details
Registration form: https://forms.gle/sJW3H1QfS5FZ3kqE8
Email: youthrapidblitz@fide.com
Official website: https://youthrapidblitz2026.fide.com