FIFA FIFA Minor Protection & Youth Transfer Rules

Question 1

Under FIFA's Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players, what is the general rule regarding international transfers of players under the age of 18?

Accepted Answer

They are prohibited except in specific limited exceptions

Answer

FIFA generally prohibits the international transfer of players under 18, with only a few narrowly defined exceptions to protect minors from exploitation.

Question 2

Which FIFA exception permits a minor aged 16–18 to transfer internationally within the European Union or European Economic Area?

Accepted Answer

The minor's family moves for reasons unrelated to football and the club is within 50km of the new home

Answer

FIFA allows EU/EEA intra-zone transfers of 16–18-year-olds when the family relocates for non-football reasons and the new club is within 50km of the family's new residence.

Question 3

What is the maximum distance a club can be from the minor player's home under the EU/EEA family relocation exception for international minor transfers?

Accepted Answer

50 km

Answer

The club must be located within 50 km of the minor's new family home to satisfy the EU/EEA relocation exception under FIFA regulations.

Question 4

Under FIFA rules, which body must approve an international transfer of a minor player?

Accepted Answer

FIFA Players' Status Sub-Committee

Answer

Applications for international transfers of minors must be approved by the FIFA Players' Status Sub-Committee, which reviews each case individually.

Question 5

What condition must clubs satisfy to register a minor player acquired through an international transfer under the third FIFA exception (non-EU, 16–18 years old)?

Accepted Answer

The club must provide adequate academic or vocational training and living conditions

Answer

Under the third exception, the receiving club must ensure the minor receives proper academic or vocational education, suitable living conditions, and the best possible football training.

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