2nd FIDE Chess Olympiad for People with Disabilities 2025
The 2nd FIDE Chess Olympiad for People with Disabilities brings national and association teams to Astana, Kazakhstan, for a world-stage celebration of inclusion and elite team chess.
From October 19–26, 2025, the Olympiad runs 6 classical rounds with full accessibility at the Paralympic Training Centre, professional arbiters, and global coverage — a truly historic and inspiring event.
Event Details
| 📅 Dates | 19–26 October 2025 (competition 20–25 Oct) |
| 📍 Location | Astana, Kazakhstan (Paralympic Training Centre) |
| 🏆 Prize Fund | Team trophies, medals & individual board prizes |
| ♟️ Tournament Type | Team Olympiad (People with Disabilities) |
| 🧩 Tournament System | Swiss (teams) |
| 🔢 Number of Rounds | 6 |
| ⏱️ Time Control | 90’/40 + 30’ + 30″ |
| 🚫 Late Arrival | As per FIDE regulations |
| dis@fide.com | |
| ☎️ Phone | — |
| 🔗 Official Website | dis-olympiad2025.fide.com |
| 📊 Pairings & Results | Chess-Results |
Prize Fund & Breakdown
| Award | Description |
| Team Awards | Gold, Silver, Bronze trophies |
| Board Prizes | Best individual performance by board |
| Special Awards | Fair play and inclusivity |
Time Control & Pairings
Team Swiss, 4 boards + 1 reserve per team. Classical 90 + 30 system. Pairings published daily on FIDE and Chess-Results.
Sections / Groups
| Event | Format | Boards |
| Olympiad (Teams) | Swiss, 6 rounds | 4 + 1 reserve |
Schedule
| Date | Time | Activity |
| Sun, 19 Oct | — | Arrival Day |
| Mon, 20 Oct | 14:00 | Opening Ceremony • Round 1 |
| Tue, 21 Oct | 15:00 | Round 2 |
| Wed, 22 Oct | 15:00 | Round 3 |
| Thu, 23 Oct | 15:00 | Round 4 |
| Fri, 24 Oct | 15:00 | Round 5 |
| Sat, 25 Oct | 11:00 | Round 6 • Closing Ceremony |
| Sun, 26 Oct | — | Departure Day |
Registration
- Through FIDE member federations and recognized disability chess associations (IBCA, ICCD, IPCA)
- One national team per federation; associations may nominate additional teams
- Contact dis@fide.com for official forms and regulations
Organizer
Organized by FIDE and the Kazakhstan Chess Federation, ensuring top-level accessibility and professional standards for all participants.
- Organizer: FIDE & Kazakhstan Chess Federation
- Email: dis@fide.com
- Website: dis-olympiad2025.fide.com
Venue
Paralympic Training Centre, Astana, Kazakhstan
Google Maps: Paralympic Training Centre, Astana
Modern, fully accessible venue for world-class chess.
Accommodation
Barrier-free hotels with shuttle service. Transfers on official arrival/departure days. Booking via national federations or directly with the OC.
How to Get There
- Air: Astana International Airport (NQZ) → official transfer or taxi
- Local: Accessible taxis and ride-hailing available
A global celebration of chess and inclusion — experience the unity of mind and spirit in Astana.
