How to Register for the FIFA Agent Exam

Presented by: Dr. Serhat Yilmaz, Sports Law Specialist

• Director of Sports Agent Education, Loughborough University
• Collaboration with Johan Cruyff Institute

Overview

This guide outlines the process for registering and sitting for the FIFA agent exam in five easy steps.

Step 1: Create Candidate Profile

• Register on the FIFA agent platform to create your FIFA agent account.
• The registration is free.

Step 2: Submit License Application

• Necessary to begin the licensing process, which includes the agent exam.
• Select the member association with which you want to sit the exam (e.g., English FA for England).
• The application is free at this stage.

Step 3: Eligibility Verification

• FIFA and the selected member association verify your eligibility for the FIFA agent license.
• Ensure compliance with the eligibility requirements outlined in the FIFA Football Agent Regulations.
• Check all requirements to ensure compliance.

Step 4: Take the Exam

• The exam is conducted online but requires in-person attendance at a designated physical exam venue.
• Administered by the selected member association.
• Exam fee may be required by some associations; instructions will be provided if necessary.
• Sit the exam via the FIFA agent platform on the designated date.

Step 5: Receive Exam Results and Obtain License

• FIFA releases exam results a couple of weeks post-exam on the FIFA agent platform.
• Upon passing, proceed to pay the license fee, separate from any exam fee.
• Pay the fee via the FIFA agent platform within 90 days of passing the exam.
• Failure to pay the fee within this period results in the voiding of the application.
• License issued by FIFA once payment is completed.

Conclusion

• Completing these steps leads to becoming a licensed football agent.
• Opportunity to connect with over 700 clubs worldwide through Transfer Room.
• Enhance connectivity with decision-makers and build a global network.

Additional Resources

• Online training course on the FIFA Football Agent exam by Loughborough University in partnership with Johan Cruyff Institute.
• Guidance provided throughout the process.

Good Luck!