FIDE opened bidding for the 2028-2029 World Championships across all categories. Member federations have until September 25, 2026 to submit formal bids, with a preliminary indication deadline of September 10.
The Events Commission flagged structural changes to youth competitions starting in 2026. Those changes are already baked into the regulations for this bidding cycle, so any federation considering a youth championship bid needs to read the current rulebook carefully. FIDE made clear that compliance falls on the bidding federations, not the other way around.
The window to prepare bids is tight but workable. Federations interested in hosting major world championship events over the next few years need to move now. The preliminary indication gives organizers a chance to signal intent early without committing to a full proposal, which makes sense for federations still assessing feasibility.
This is routine procedure, but the timing matters. With the structure of youth events shifting, some federations may view this as a good moment to bid for events aligned with the new format. Others may hold back until the changes settle. Either way, September marks the deadline for serious contenders to get in the queue.