The Asian Amateur Chess Championships 2025 are scheduled to take place from August 1 to August 9, 2025, in Hong Kong, China. Organized by the Hong Kong Chess Federation under the auspices of the Asian Chess Federation (ACF) and FIDE, this prestigious event offers a significant platform for amateur players across Asia to compete and showcase their talents.​

📍 Venue & Atmosphere

The playing venue shall be at the TWGHs Tungpo in King Fuk St, San Po Kong, Kowloon.

♟️ Tournament Format

• Rounds: 9-round Swiss-system
• Time Control: 90 minutes for the entire game, with a 30-second increment per move from the start
• Sections:

  • Under 1700: Open and Women
  • Under 2000: Open and Women
  • Under 2300: Open

• Ratings: The tournament will be rated both nationally and internationally, allowing participants to improve their standings.

Additionally, rapid and blitz events will be organized with the following time controls:​

• Rapid: 15 minutes plus 5 seconds increment per move
• Blitz: 5 minutes plus 3 seconds increment per move​

💰 Prize Fund

Organizers will distribute a total prize fund of $7,500 among the top performers in each category, ensuring fair competition and offering exciting incentives for all participants.

📝 Registration & Contact

• Registration Deadline: July 1, 2025
• Entry Fees:

  • ACF Entry Fee: USD 75 per player
  • Registration Fee: USD 125 per player
  • Total: USD 200 per participant
  • Organizers will apply a late fee of USD 50 to registrations submitted after the deadline.

Interested players can register online at asianamateur2025.hkchessevent.com. For inquiries, please contact the organizers via email at hkchessevent@gmail.com.​

🌟 Additional Highlights

• Organizers will award direct FIDE titles to winners in the Under 2300 category.
• World Championship Qualification: Winners from each rating section qualify with personal rights to the 2025 World Amateur Chess Championships, provided they don’t reach or exceed a 2300 rating by the registration deadline.
• Organizers do not provide official accommodation, so they advise participants to book early to secure reasonable rates.

Join us in Hong Kong this August for a celebration of chess, culture, and camaraderie at the Asian Amateur Chess Championships 2025!​