FIP Documents — Official Padel Rules & Regulations

FIP Documents — Official Padel Rules & Regulations

The International Padel Federation (FIP) maintains a dedicated “Documents” section on its website, where all of the sport’s official regulatory documents are published. These materials govern everything from ethics and governance to tournament format and playing rules. Since the page with all these documents provides no explanation, we’ve created this page to help guide you.

What you’ll find

Explain the major categories (as seen on the page) and what each covers:

• Institutional Documents – e.g., By‑Laws; Code of Ethics; Conflict of Interest Policy; Gender Equality Policy; Sustainability Policy. These define the governance, values, and framework of the Federation.

• Sport / Competitions Documents – e.g., Official Rulebook for the sport of padel; Regulations on player eligibility to represent a country; Tournament Structure & Conditions; Anti‑Doping Rules. These govern how padel is played and organized at an international level.

• Certifications – e.g., FIP Approved Padel Balls document. These cover official certifications and standards for equipment and materials.

Why it matters

Whether you’re a player, coach, tournament organiser, or federation administrator, knowing these documents ensures you are aligned with the official rules and standards of padel worldwide. They help you understand:

• How tournaments are structured and what rules apply.

• What equipment standards need to be met.

• The ethical and governance standards expected in the sport.

How to use the documents

Explain how one might use this resource:

• Visit the FIP Documents page, click here.

• Choose the relevant category (Institutional, Sport/Competitions, Certifications).

• Click on the document name to download the PDF.

• Review important documents such as the “Padel Game Regulations” or “Official competitions.”

• Stay up to date — these documents may be updated periodically (check for version dates).

The other documents are:

By‑Laws:

Conclusion

Ready to dive in?
Click here to access the full library of official FIP documents and download the ones relevant to you.

FAQ / Questions You Might Have

• Q: What’s the difference between the “Game Regulations” and the “Official Rulebook”?
  A: The Game Regulations set out the broad rules of play, format and conduct; the Official Rulebook gives the detailed specific rules for tournaments (e.g., CUPRA FIP Tour).

• Q: Who must follow these documents?
  A: Players, coaches, referees, national federations, and tournament organisers under the FIP umbrella.

• Q: How often are these documents updated?
  A: Updates can come yearly or as needed; always check the version date in the PDF on the FIP site.

• Q: What happens if I use equipment not certified by the FIP?
  A: Using non‑certified equipment may lead to disqualification or invalid results in official FIP events.

• Q: Where can I find my national federation’s version?
  A: National federations often adopt FIP documents and may translate or adapt them; check their websites and cross‑reference with the FIP originals for consistency.

Now you know all about the FIP Documents — Official Padel Rules & Regulations!

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