FIDE World Junior U20 Chess Championship 2027

Fujairah to host FIDE World Junior U20 Chess Championship

September 15-30, Fujairah, UAE

With great pride and honor, Fujairah has been awarded the privilege of hosting the 2027 FIDE World Junior U20 Chess Championship, one of the most prestigious events on the FIDE calendar.

This remarkable achievement reflects Fujairah’s growing global standing and its proven ability to host world-class sporting events, made possible through the visionary leadership and continuous support of our wise leadership.
We look forward to welcoming the world’s finest young chess talents to Fujairah in 2027 for an exceptional championship worthy of the name and reputation of the United Arab Emirates

Mohammad Alhallak

UAE International Youth Chess Cup 2026

24 – 31 August 2026

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Cash Prizes: AED 57,800 (USD 15,700)

The United Arab Emirates Chess Federation is pleased to invite you to participate in the
UAE International Youth Chess Cup2026, which will be held in Dubai from 24 to 31 August
2026.

This tournament is considered a distinguished international Open event aimed at
supporting young chess talents and enhancing sports and cultural exchange among
participating countries.

Tournament Information

• Tournament Name: UAE International Youth Chess Cup 2026
• Category: Under 14 (Open & Girls)
• Venue: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• Dates: 24 – 31 August 2026

Tournament Regulations

• The tournament will be played under the Swiss System over 9 rounds.
• The tournament shall be governed by the FIDE Laws of Chess.
• Players are not allowed to agree to a draw before Black has completed 20 moves.
• The default time for lateness is 30 minutes from the scheduled start of the round.
• Recording of moves is mandatory.
• The use or possession of electronic devices inside the playing hall is strictly prohibited.

Time Control

The tournament shall be played with a time control of 45 minutes for each player for the
entire game, with an increment of 30 seconds per move starting from move one.

Entry Fees

• Registration Fee: USD 30 (AED 110) per participant.
• Visa Fee: AED 150 = US$40 per person upon request.
• Passport copies and a personal photo must be submitted before 1st August 2026.

Regulation

Accommodation

• Single Room: AED 310 / USD 85 per night
• Double Room: AED 400 / USD 110 per night
The rates include full board accommodation (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).

Contact Information

Email: uaechess@hotmail.com
Email: uaechessevents@gmail.com
Phone: +971 50 120 3767

uaechessfederation.ae

Sharjah Masters International Chess Championship 2026 — A

Sharjah Masters 2026

Under the Patronage of H.H. Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi
Supreme Council Member & Ruler of Sharjah (UAE)

The Sharjah Cultural & Chess Club is pleased to invite you to participate in the 9th Sharjah Masters 2026, which will be held at the Club’s premises, from April 30 (Arrival) to 10 may (Departure), 2026.

Participation & Registration

Tournament is open to all FIDE-rated players in the following categories:
– Sharjah Masters A: 2500+ (FIDE Standard).
– Sharjah Masters B: 1900+ (FIDE Standard).
– Sharjah Masters C: 1400–1899 (FIDE Standard).
– Last day of registration & payment: 30 March 2026. The organizers may grant wildcard entries. Max 20 players per federation (exceptions for UAE residents). The OC may accept/deny registrations per FIDE & UAE laws.

Tournament Sharjah Masters A, B & C Schedule

Dates Day Time Activity

April 20 Mon 12:00 Arrival
April 21 Tue 12:00 Technical Meeting
April 21 Tue 15:30 Opening Ceremony
April 21 Tue 16:00 Round 1
April 22 Wed 16:00 Round 2
April 23 Thu 16:00 Round 3
April 24 Fri 16:00 Round 4
April 25 Sat 16:00 Round 5
April 26 Sun 16:00 Round 6
April 27 Mon 16:00 Round 7
April 28 Tue 16:00 Round 8
April 29 Wed 15:00 Round 9
April 29 Wed 20:30 Closing Ceremony
April 30 Thu 12:00 Departure

Awards & Prizes

Masters A / B / C – Final Standings

Masters A Masters B Masters C Special Prizes

1st 15,000 3,000 1,800 Gold Medal + Cup
2nd 10,000 2,000 1,200 Silver Medal
3rd 9,000 1,500 1,000 Bronze Medal
4th 7,000 1,200 800
5th 5,000 1,000 700
6th 4,000 900
7th 3,000 800
8th 2,500 700 B Best U-2200: 500
9th 2,000 600 B Best U-2100: 500
10th 1,500 500 B Best U-2000: 500
11th 1,400 B Best Female: 200
12th 1,300 B Best Sharjah Player: 200
13th 1,200
14th 1,100 C Best U-1600: 300
15th 1,000 C Best Sharjah Player: 200
Additional Masters A Best Female Prize: USD 1,000

shjchess.com

UAE Teams Cup Open Tournament 28th Feb to 1st March 2026

UAE Cup Teams Rapid Chess Championship 2026
for Institutional and Community

28/2 to 1/3/2026

The UAE Chess Federation is pleased to invite you to participate in the UAE Cup Teams
Rapid Chess Championship for Institutional and Community, which will be held from 28/2
to 1st March 2026.

The tournament is open to all nationalities, and clubs, government departments,
companies, communities, and chess academies have the right to participate in the
tournament with one or more teams.

Regulation

fide.com

DCCC December Standard Tournament 2025

DCCC December Standard Tournament 2025

Dubai Chess & Culture Club is pleased to invite you to participate in the DCCC December Standard Tournament 2025, which will be held at Dubai Chess & Culture Club on 8th ~ 16th December 2025.

Open to all players U16 years with Valid FIDE — ID (FIDE Rated Tournament)

Prizes (Total AED 17000):

1st Place AED 3000

Regulations & Registration Link

Last day of registration & payment is Thursday 4th December 2025 at 20:00.

Registration is only accepted online via the following

Registration will be closed earlier if we reached the maximum number of players

Maximum Number of Players is 150 Players

Join our Whatsapp Channel for more Updates

Playing Venue:
At Dubai Chess & Culture Club , next to Shabab Al Ahli Club in Al Mamzar,
Gate 8, Street No. 44, AL
Wuhaida Road Community 134 in Al Mamzar, Dubai, UAE

info@dubaichess

dubaichess.ae

Asian Amateur Chess Chess Championship Men 2023

Asian Amateur Chess Chess Championship Women 2023

Asian Amateur Chess Championships (Men & Women)

FIDE Rating Categories Under 1700, Under 2000

27 Aug – 04 Sep 2023

Dubai, U.A.E.

Invitation and Regulations

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council

The UAE Chess Federation (UAE CF) on behalf of FIDE and the Asian Chess Federation (ACF) invites all Asian National Chess Federations to participate in the Asian Amateur Chess Championship, to be held in Dubai – UAE from 27th August 2023 (arrival) to 4th September 2023 (departure).

DOWNLOAD THE REGULATION IN PDF FORMAT

Participation

1.1 The Asian Amateur Championships 2023 is open to all Asian amateur players, registered by their federation, who should not have a FIDE rating above 2000 at the start of the tournament.

1.2 Players should not have a FIDE title higher than FIDE Master (i.e., WIM, WGM, IM and GM).

1.3 All participants must have a FIDE ID to participate in this tournament.

1.4 All participants should fill this registration form:

https://forms.gle/pAuVGxPzUKqKshT36

UAE Chess Federation:

Phone: +971042666424

Fax: +971042666448

Email: uaechess@hotmail.com

Tournament coordinator dubaiman2011@gmail.com

Asian Chess Federation:

Phone: +971 50 354 49 38

Fax: + 971-3-7633363

AsianChessFederation@yahoo.com