Entry Form for 2026 (67th) US Armed Forces Open

This is an Over-the-Board Tournament.

The Virginia Chess Federation is proud to assist in supporting this National Championship event. We also recognize and thank our friends in the New Jersey Chess Federation for their assistance.

TO REGISTER: Fill out the form below and submit it to us. Required information is indicated with a red asterix (*).

Early Entry through this form will be available until Friday at midnight on Oct 9th. Afterwards, the only way to enter is on-site at the tournament.

Round 1 starts at 1000 hrs on Saturday Oct 10th, with Round 2 at 1500.

ALL Chess Sets and clocks will be provided by the Virginia Chess Federation, but you are welcome to bring your own.

This tournament is US Chess-rated and FIDE-rated. ALL PLAYERS must be members of the US Chess Federation and must have a FIDE ID Number. If you do not have a FIDE ID we'll get one for you ... it's free!

US Chess membership is available on-site. Cash, check or credit cards accepted for memberships.

Go to the VA Chess Federation website for details on:

General Tournament Information / Rules
Lodging
Maps

Player's Information

First NameMiddle NameLast Name

Player's Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry

E-mail

Phone Number

Area Code and Phone NumberFormat: 000-000-0000.

US Chess ID Number

Enter "Join" if you will join or renew at the tournament

Military Status

Highest Pay Grade

Service

MAIN EVENT Section to Enter?

One Optional 1/2-point Bye for the MAIN EVENT

I will play BLITZ on Saturday evening at 1930 hrs ... FREE PIZZA!!

Please ACKNOWLEDGE the following (you must check ALL to continue)

2026 (67th) US Armed Forces Open Chess Championship