العربية
Chess Digital League 2026
Official regulations and direct registration access for the featured 2026 program.
UAE Chess Federation
Strategic minds.National ambition.
Advancing chess across the Emirates through stronger competitions, player development, youth pathways and meaningful access to the international game.
National development
Youth pathways
International competition
1976 — 2026
Celebrating 50 years of UAE chess.
Five decades of national chess leadership have created a foundation for the next generation: broader participation, stronger player pathways, deeper club engagement and greater competitive ambition at home and internationally.
Honour the legacyRecognising the people, clubs and milestones that built UAE chess.
Grow the gameCreating more opportunities for young players and communities.
Shape the futureStrengthening performance, pathways and international presence.
FIDE Registration
Access the federation's public FIDE registration process.
Find a Chess Club
Discover affiliated chess clubs and communities across the UAE.
Training
Explore learning material and federation chess training resources.
UAE Chess FederationDeveloping chess across the Emirates
About the Federation
Developing chess with national purpose.
The UAE Chess Federation is a non-profit organization responsible for organizing chess competitions within the Emirates and is affiliated with the International Chess Federation.
Its role goes beyond competition: supporting clubs, developing sporting talent, widening participation and strengthening chess as a mental and cultural sport across the country.
Vision
Make chess one of the UAE's most popular and successful games.
Mission
Develop clubs, talent, participation and sustainable sporting achievement.
Message from the President
Message from the UAE Chess Federation President
Our Federation strives to promote the game of chess across the country and encourage players of all ages and skills to participate in local and international events.Read the full message →
Federation impact
Chess participation at a glance.
The four headline indicators presenting federation reach across clubs, players, events and training.
18
Chess clubs
1639
Players in UAE
35
No. of events
2011
Students trained
Competition
Tournaments and pathways to play.
Move quickly from discovery to official regulations, registration and rated tournament information.
Chess Digital League (CDL) 2026
Official competition information, regulations and direct registration access.
Federation Tournaments
Browse UAE Chess Federation competitions and official event information.
Rated Tournaments
Explore international rated tournaments listed for the United Arab Emirates.
Media Centre
Latest federation news.
The latest highlights, headlines and coverage from across UAE chess.
بطولة اليوبيل الذهبي كأس سيكتون
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China's Wang Hao wins the Golden Jubilee Cup in rapid chess
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The Chess Federation signs a partnership agreement with "Al Saif Graphics"
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Chess across the Emirates.
A visual snapshot of federation activity across tournaments, clubs and community events.
Quick access
Everything chess, one move away.
Chess Clubs
Browse affiliated clubs across the UAE.
View clubs →Registration
Access the public FIDE registration process.
Register →Training
Explore chess learning and training resources.
Start learning →Live Matches
Follow active games and live chess coverage.
Watch live →News
Read official federation news and announcements.
Latest news →Gallery
Explore federation events and chess moments.
Open gallery →Vision & Mission
Understand the federation's strategic direction.
Read more →Contact
Reach the federation for official enquiries.
Contact us →Partners
Supporting the game together.
Our partners help make UAE chess possible.
