All riders and horses competing in FEI events must now be registered on an annual basis with the FEI. This new requirement is in addition to existing requirements for horse passports or horse recording. For 2003 only, the fees associated with these registrations will be covered by USA Equestrian for current members. After this year, a charge will be assessed to the rider for this process. Please note which requirements must be met to compete at the various levels of FEI competition: Riders must be FEI registered for every level of competition, including all levels of CIC and CCI events. All US riders must also be members of both USA Equestrian and the USEA. Foreign riders must meet the requirements of their National Federations in addition to the FEI requirements. Horses must be FEI registered for all levels of competition, including all levels of CIC and CCI events. In addition, horses competing at the CCI**,CCI***,CIC*** or CCI**** levels must have a valid FEI passport. Less stringent rules apply at the lower levels, and may be confirmed with your National Federation. Also, US-owned horses must be registered with the USEA and recorded with the USAEq. Again, foreign riders should consult with their NFs to determine recording requirements. You may find the registration forms online at the USAEq website and the USEA website, or you may call 859-225-2027 for copies.
In order to complete the registration in time, you must have the form at the USA Equestrian office no later than two weeks prior to the first day of Dressage for the event. You may confirm your registration numbers at the following online address: www.eventing.horsesport.org, under "View Lists." You may also call USAEq at 859-225-2027 or 908-234-0848 for assistance. Post Comment
