FIDE, the German Chess Federation (DSB) and LandesSchachverband Sachsen-Anhalt e. V. invite all FIDE member federations and eligible teams to participate in the World Senior Team Chess Championships taking place in Magdeburg, Germany from March 31 (arrival) to April 11 (departure) 2027.
The Championships are open to all players, regardless of rating or title, who reach the required age during the calendar year of the competition. Teams may register only through their national chess federations, and there is no limit on the number of teams per federation. All players on a team must be members of the same national federation.
The event will feature four categories: Age 50+ Open, Age 50+ Women, Age 65+ Open, and Age 65+ Women. The Women’s sections will be held subject to a minimum of 10 teams from at least two continents.
Registration opens on October 10, 2026, and detailed instructions will be published on the official website. The registration deadline is January 31, 2027.
Invitation, schedule, regulations (PDF)
Official website: worldseniorteam2027.fide.com
Email: worldseniorteam@fide.com