1380 players from 114 National Federations will participate in FIDE ONLINE World Championships. Schedule of the Selection stage is next: 

Africa : 28 - 30 of November, America : 2 - 4 of December, 

Europe : 7 - 9 of December, Asia : 11 - 13 of December. 

Final Stage : 19 - 23 of December

Players venue should be provided by internet service at least 5MB download/upload. It is highly recommended to use cable network, but exclusive WI-FI is also acceptable. For the case of disconnection, please, see the article 11 of the regulations. 

Any player is entitled to use only one Desktop PC or Laptop. Mobile phones, tablets, smart watches, pens or any other electronic devices, excluding one camera, are not allowed in players room. In case other devices are discovered, FPP can start an investigation. Additionally, please, see the article 12 of the regulations for the full anti-cheating policy. 

The room where the player will be has to be clearly enlighten and visible from the camera connected in zoom: the device the player is playing from has to be put in such a position that the greater part of the room can be seen. The room ‘s door have to be seen. 

During the games no one else except the player is allowed in the room. In case the arbiters see someone entering, they may inform the FPP for further investigations. Additionally, please, see the article 12 of the regulations for the full anti-cheating policy.  

During any stage of the tournament players will be required to join a Zoom call, sharing their screen and activate their cameras. Arbiters will communicate with the players through the Zoom chat and vocal communications so the players will be required to pay attention to any Zoom notification. Please, see the article 12 of the regulations for the full anti-cheating policy. 

Player may call an arbiter during the game, reporting any problem. Arbiters will communicate with the players through the Zoom chat and vocal communications so the players will be required to pay attention to any Zoom notification.