About the Event
Welcome to the 20th ICCD World Deaf Chess Championships 2026
Welcome to the 20th ICCD World Deaf Chess Championships, taking place in Roquetas de Mar (Almería, Spain) from 6 to 15 May 2026.
The International Committee of Deaf Chess (ICCD) has been organizing international chess championships for deaf players since 1949.
The ICCD World Deaf Chess Championships are the most important global event in Deaf chess and are held every four years, bringing together national teams and individual players from around the world.
The 2026 edition will feature team and individual competitions, including classical, rapid and blitz events, as well as the 38th ICCD Congress, making it a truly global celebration of Deaf chess.
This prestigious event promotes sporting excellence, unity, friendship and inclusion within the international Deaf community.
We look forward to welcoming you to Roquetas de Mar 2026
Venue
Roquetas de Mar
Situated on the Costa de Almería, Roquetas de Mar combines beaches, culture, and nature. With more than 3,000 hours of sunshine per year, it is one of the brightest destinations in Spain.
Culture & History: Santa Ana Castle, the Lighthouse,local museums, and Andalusian traditions.
Beaches & Nature: Wide sandy beaches, the PuntaEntinas-Sabinar Natural Park, and the nearby SierraNevada mountains.
Gastronomy: Mediterranean cuisine, delicious tapas,and fresh seafood
Playing Venue at the Hotel
Accommodation
Hotel Evenia Zoraida Garden
For more information and reservations, please contact:
info@iccdroquetasdemar.com
Organizer
Local Host Organization
Sponsors
Collaborating Entities
Institutional Support
ICCD - Member of FIDE
Participating Countries – ICCD 2026 Official list of countries competing in Team & Individual events (Classical, Rapid, Blitz & Open), validated through Final Entries (Form3) and Congress.
🌍 30 countries – 5 continents
Competitions
20th ICCD World Deaf Team
Chess Championship
Men – Women – Juniors Boys –
Juniors Girls – Seniors
ICCD Individual Championship
9th World Blitz – Men & Women
2nd World Rapid – Men & Women
14th Open Individual
ICCD Rapid & Blitz (1st Editions)
Team Rapid – Men & Women
Team Blitz – Men & Women
38th ICCD Congress
Exhibition of ICCD Deaf Chess Legends