Chess governing bodies

The International Chess Federation or World Chess Federation, commonly referred to by its French acronym FIDE ( , ), is an international organization based in Switzerland that connects the various national chess federations and acts as the governing body of international chess competition. FIDE was founded in Paris, France, in 1924. Its motto is , Latin for "We are one Family." In 1999, FIDE was recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). there are 201 member federations of FIDE.

voluntary association