We are in the process of revising our conditions for GMs. If you are a GM and have interest in playing in the event, please contact us. Our new conditions should be posted here by January 1st.
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Players who are not from the United States.
How are FIDE ratings used?
Verified foreign ratings may be used if reliable conversion is possible. We convert FIDE ratings to USCF by the following formula from the USCF rating committee USCF = 20 +1.02 x FIDE, if FIDE greater than 2000 USCF = 932 + 0.564 x FIDE, if FIDE less than or equal to 2000 June FIDE ratings […]
I need an invitation to your event in order to request a visa.
Visa requirements for entry into the United States depend on your country of residence. All players are required to make their own arrangements for procuring a visa. A review of the procedures for applying for a US visa may be found at travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas.html If you require an invitation, you must register for the tournament first […]
