Fédération Equestre Internationale

Founded in 1921, the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) is the world governing body for Jumping, Dressage & Para Dressage, Eventing, Driving & Para Driving, Endurance and Vaulting.

The FEI establishes the regulations and approves equestrian schedules for Championships, Continental and Regional Games as well as the Olympic & Paralympic Games.

FEI Horse and Rider Registration

All riders and horses competing in FEI competitions must be registered annually with the FEI.

  • Canadian horses and riders can obtain FEI Registration through EC’s FEI Registration Portal (linked below).
  • All horses being registered for the first time are required to have a microchip compatible with ISO 11784 and ISO 11785.

Questions regarding FEI Authorization and Registration can be directed to discipline managers.

FEI Horse and Rider Registration

EC’s FEI Registration Portal

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As a Canadian competing at the FEI level, you have access to tools, resources, grants and more.

  • Resources: Physical, mental, emotional and social well-being for all individuals and equines.
  • Athletes: FEI Authorization and horse and rider registration information.
  • Clean Sport: The FEI Anti-Doping rules for human and equine athletes.
  • Abuse Free Sport: Prevent maltreatment through education, training and research.
  • Youth Programs: Resources and criteria for junior and young riders competing in FEI disciplines.
  • Apply for Grants: Internal and external grant applications for athletes