Join the FIDE World Senior Team Chess Championship 2027 in Magdeburg, Germany

Nov 12, 2026

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Malaysian senior chess players and teams are invited to experience the historic charm of Magdeburg while competing on the international stage at the upcoming FIDE World Senior Team Chess Championship 2027, taking place in Germany from March 31 to April 11, 2027. Set against the scenic banks of the Elbe River and close to architectural wonders like the historic Magdeburg Cathedral and the vibrant Green Citadel, this championship offers an inspiring blend of high-level competition, rich culture, and most importantly, comfortable hospitality!

Overall Event Summary

Event Name: FIDE World Senior Team Chess Championship 2027
Dates: March 31 (Arrival) – April 11, 2027 (Departure)
Venue & Location: Maritim Hotel Magdeburg, Magdeburg, Germany
Event Format: 9-round Swiss System team championship across four categories (Open 50+, Open 65+, Women 50+, and Women 65+)
Total Prize Fund: €15,000 (approx. 16,300 USD)

Tournament Format, Categories, and Rules

The championship is played in four separate age and gender categories: Open 50+, Open 65+, Women 50+, and Women 65+. Each team consists of 5 players (4 boards plus 1 optional reserve) representing national chess federations that are members of FIDE.

Eligibility: Open to all players (regardless of rating or title) who reach the age of 50 or 65 by December 31, 2027.
Time Control: 90 minutes for the first 40 moves, plus 30 minutes for the rest of the game, with a 30-second increment per move starting from move one.

Prize Fund and Awards

The event features a total guaranteed prize fund of €15,000 (approx. 16,300 USD), alongside official FIDE world titles for category winners.

Open 50+ Category: Winner receives €2,000, with cash prizes extending down to 6th place.
Open 65+ Category: Winner receives €2,000, with cash prizes extending down to 6th place.
Women 50+ & Women 65+ Categories: Winners for both women categories will receive €800, with cash prizes extending down to 3rd place.
Individual Board Awards: Valuable material prizes will be awarded to the best-performing players on individual boards.

Registration, and Accommodation

Registration Deadline: January 31, 2027
Entry Fee: €120 per player and accompanying person (increases to €240 for late registrations after January 31, 2027). The fee covers accreditation and scheduled transfers from/to Hanover Airport on arrival and departure days.
Accommodation: All participants are required to stay at the official tournament hotel, Maritim Hotel Magdeburg. Rates are €95 per night for a single room and €67 per person per night for a double room, both inclusive of breakfast buffet, municipality tax, and Wi-Fi. Full board buffet is optionally available for €70 per person per day.

Official Contacts

Read the full regulations and submit registrations directly through the organizers via the channels below: