Have you competed for one nation, but now want to compete for a different nation?
If so, follow the FAQ below to guide you through the steps and restrictions for competing under a different national flag.
Have you competed for one nation, but now want to compete for a different nation?
If so, follow the FAQ below to guide you through the steps and restrictions for competing under a different national flag.
What is a Change of Nation Request?
How do I prove my dual nationality? If I am a resident in a country, is that enough to be eligible to compete for that country?
What documents are needed to apply for a Change of Nation request?
If I change nations, when am I eligible to represent my new nation?
What about for the Olympic Games, does the same waiting period apply?
What happens if I do not meet the 3-year requirement?
Can an athlete change nationalities multiple times?
What if I have formerly represented a Team without an NOC (Hawaii, Tahiti, Channel, Islands, England, Scotland, and Wales)? Do I need to fill out a Change of Nation in order to compete for the Team who has NOC recognition of my territory?
When do I have to submit the Change of Nation request to the ISA?
To whom do I submit the request
How long does an approval take?