VI FIA 2026 Chess Open
The VI FIA 2026 Chess Open runs on July 29-August 6, 2026 in Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote, Spain, delivering a focused week of classical, over-the-board competition in a premium seaside setting. This international chess tournament uses a 9-round Swiss System format, is FIDE rated for standard rating, and is valid for FIDE norms, making the VI FIA 2026 Chess Open a strong target for ambitious club players and titled competitors alike.
Played at Hotel Fariones in Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote, Spain, the VI FIA 2026 Chess Open combines strict sporting regulations with clear logistics for registration, entry fees, and round timing. The VI FIA 2026 Chess Open offers a confirmed cash prize structure with a top prize of €3,000 and additional category awards, while enforcing professional playing conditions such as mandatory notation, a defined default time, and strict restrictions on electronic devices.
🗓️ Event Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| 📅 Dates | July 29-August 6, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote, Spain |
| ♟️ Format | 9-round Swiss System (over-the-board) |
| ⭐ Rating | FIDE rated (Standard); valid for FIDE norms |
| ⏱️ Time control | 90 minutes + 30-second increment per move |
| 💳 Entry fee | €65 (Standard) / €40 (Junior U18) / returning players and Canary Islands residents discounts (see Registration) |
| 💰 Prize fund | USD 11,300 (approx.) |
| 👤 Eligibility | Open to all players with a valid 2026 federation license and mandatory FIDE ID |
| 👥 Capacity | Limited to 100 players (first-come, first-served) |
| 🧩 Organizer notes | Up to two 0.5-point byes allowed, but no byes in the final two rounds; default time 30 minutes; formal summer dress code required |
| Chess-Results.com | https://s2.chess-results.com/tnr1317968.aspx?lan=1&SNode=S0 |
🏆 Prize Fund
General category cash prizes (EUR)
| Place | Prize (EUR) |
|---|---|
| 1st | 3,000 |
| 2nd | 2,000 |
| 3rd | 1,500 |
| 4th | 1,000 |
Special category cash prizes (EUR 250 each)
| Category | Prize (EUR) |
|---|---|
| Veteran (50+) | 250 |
| Female | 250 |
| Junior (U18) | 250 |
| Insular | 250 |
| Canary Islands | 250 |
| National | 250 |
| EU | 250 |
| International | 250 |
Prize rules
| Rule | Details |
|---|---|
| Non-cumulative prizes | Prizes are not cumulative; the highest-value eligible prize applies |
| Tax note | A 19% income tax (I.R.P.F.) deduction applies to prizes exceeding €300 |
| Presence requirement | Attendance at the awards ceremony is mandatory to claim prizes |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The VI FIA 2026 Chess Open is a 9-round Swiss System tournament. The time control is 90 minutes per player with a 30-second increment per move. The default time is 30 minutes from the scheduled start time of the round.
Players may request up to two 0.5-point byes, but the organizer does not allow byes in the final two rounds. The tournament applies the following tie-break order: Arranz System, Buchholz Cut 1, Buchholz, Median Buchholz, Sonneborn-Berger, then blitz games if required.
Algebraic notation is mandatory throughout the entire game. Electronic devices are strictly prohibited, and phones, smartwatches, and similar devices must be completely turned off.
📂 Sections / Groups
The VI FIA 2026 Chess Open is a single open section tournament played over 9 Swiss rounds, FIDE rated for standard rating and valid for FIDE norms.
📅 Schedule
| Date | Weekday | Time | Round / Activity |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 29, 2026 | Wednesday | 16:30 | Round 1 |
| July 30, 2026 | Thursday | 16:30 | Round 2 |
| July 31, 2026 | Friday | 16:30 | Round 3 |
| August 1, 2026 | Saturday | 16:30 | Round 4 |
| August 2, 2026 | Sunday | 16:30 | Round 5 |
| August 3, 2026 | Monday | 16:30 | Round 6 |
| August 4, 2026 | Tuesday | 16:30 | Round 7 |
| August 5, 2026 | Wednesday | 16:30 | Round 8 |
| August 6, 2026 | Thursday | 10:00 | Round 9 |
| August 6, 2026 | Thursday | 15:00 | Awards ceremony |
📝 Registration
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Registration period | January 15–July 10, 2026 |
| How to register | Email registration with required player data and proof of payment |
| Registration email | cial.siglo21@gmail.com |
| WhatsApp registration | +34 627 887 429 |
| Required data | Full name, ID/Passport, FIDE ID, club, proof of payment (Concept: “VI FIA 2026”) |
| Capacity rule | Limited to 100 players, assigned strictly first-come, first-served |
| Standard fee (over 18) | €65 |
| Junior fee (U18, born 2008 or later) | €40 |
| Returning players (FIA 2025 participants) | €30 (Adults) / €20 (Juniors) |
| Canary Islands residents | €30 (Adults) / €20 (Juniors) |
| Free entry (titles) | GM, WGM, IM, WIM, FM, WFM |
| Special deposit rule (FIA 2025 withdrawals) | Fee + €65 deposit, refundable upon completion of the 2026 tournament if no byes are requested in the final two rounds |
| Payment method | Bank transfer (La Caixa) |
| IBAN | ES95 2100 6992 4422 0005 7482 |
👥 Organizer
The VI FIA 2026 Chess Open is managed by the organizing team coordinating registration, payments, and participant communication for the full 9-round week in Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote, Spain.
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Email: cial.siglo21@gmail.com
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Phone: +34 627 887 429
🏨 Venue
Hotel Fariones, Calle Roque del Este 1, Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote, Spain
The VI FIA 2026 Chess Open takes place at Hotel Fariones in Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote, Spain. The venue hosts all nine rounds and the awards ceremony on the final day.
🚗 How to Get There
Puerto del Carmen sits on Lanzarote, Spain, with Lanzarote Airport (ACE) serving as the main arrival point for flights. From the airport, road transport connects directly to Puerto del Carmen and the Hotel Fariones area.
Bring your best classical form to Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote, Spain and make the VI FIA 2026 Chess Open your defining summer result.
🧾 Other
| Topic | Rule |
|---|---|
| Electronic devices | Strictly prohibited; devices must be completely turned off |
| Dress code | Formal summer attire required; beachwear and flip-flops are strictly prohibited |
| Playing hall conduct | No food or alcoholic beverages are allowed in the playing hall |
| Awards ceremony | Attendance is mandatory to claim prizes |
Additional Details
Prize Fund - $11,300