International Chess Tournament
Liberland Open 2026
24-30 July 2026
Organizer
Liberland Chess Federation in collaboration with Apatin Chess Club “Vulkan Protektor”, is organizing a chess tournament for players of all ages, categories, and FIDE ratings.
Location
ARK Liberland Village, Apatin,
Serbia, Dunavska obala BB
Date and Time
The opening ceremony of the festival will take place on July 24 at 16:00. The closing
ceremony will be held on July 30 at 15:00, immediately after the completion of the last game
Game System
The tournament will be played using the Swiss system in 9 rounds and
will be FIDE rated.
A Tournament: 90 minutes per player + 30 seconds increment per move
B Tournament: 60 minutes per player + 30 seconds increment per move
Pairings will be generated by computer using the Swiss system.
The tournament will be played in accordance with the FIDE Laws of Chess and the FIDE General Regulations for Competitions.
(Bye) During the first 6 rounds, a player may request one half-point bye with prior notice.
A Tournament: maximum delay allowed is 1 hour
B Tournament: maximum delay allowed is 30 minutes
Final standings are determined by the total number of points. In case of a tie, the following tie-breaks will apply:
1. Direct encounter(s)
2. Buchholz Cut-1 (lowest-scoring opponent removed)
3. Buchholz
4. Sonneborn-Berger
5. Greater number of wins
6. Progress
Registration
The deadline for registration is July 22th, and players should register by sending an SMS/Viber/WatsApp message or by calling +381 63 84 47 152 , Goran
The registration must include the player’s first and last name, middle name, and FIDE ID or date of birth.
The number of spots is limited to 120.
Entry Fee
the club’s OTP Bank account or via PayPal. Anyone who does not pay by July 15 will be
charged the standard (higher) fee, regardless of registration date.
Grandmasters are exempt from the entry fee.
Schedule
The tournament will be played with two games per day, the first at 10 a.m. and the
second at 5 p.m.
Prizes
The prize fund depends on the number of players. The minimum projected fund is 3,000.00 EUR.
Information and Registration
All information can be obtained through the official email ask.vulkan.protektor@gmail.com
TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR
dipl. eoc. Goran Petrović
SMS/Viber/WhatsApp/Poziv
CHIEF ARBITER
Stevo Popović NA
Accomodations
For tournament participants, we offer on-site bungalow accommodations with the
following special terms:
Group Accommodation (3–4 people per bungalow)
Perfect for small groups – €15–16 per person per night, sharing costs and enjoying each
other’s company.
Individual Accommodation (entire bungalow)
For privacy and comfort, reserve an entire bungalow for yourself at €50–60 per night.
Best Value Option
Group stays with 3 or 4 beds in one bungalow provide the lowest per-person rate.
Entry-Fee Discount
All participants who choose our bungalow lodging receive an additional discount on their
tournament entry fee.
Reservation & Cancellation Policy
Accommodation and reservation fees are paid in full in advance. In case of cancellation,
50% of the paid amount will be refunded.
Book early to secure your stay and combine comfortable lodging with tournament
savings!
The canteen operates on schedules aligned with the rounds, allowing you to dine between
games conveniently and at great value.
For all information, please call Vanja Czar at +38169779914.
Sponsors
Proudly supported by:
We’d be thrilled to have your company join us as a sponsor for our upcoming chess event! It’s a fantastic opportunity to showcase your brand to a community of passionate chess enthusiasts and gain exceptional visibility and recognition.
For more information or to discuss customized sponsorship packages, feel free to contact us at +381 63 8447 152.
