Frequently Asked Questions

A FIFA-licensed football agent is an individual who has passed the FIFA Football Agent Exam and holds a valid licence issued by FIFA. Licensed agents are authorised to represent players, clubs, and other agents in football transfer and employment transactions worldwide.

You must be at least 18 years old, possess an impeccable reputation (clean criminal record), have no conflicts of interest with football governing bodies or clubs, and hold a valid identity document. You do not need a specific degree or prior football experience.

There are two separate fees: a one-time registration fee on the FIFA Agent Platform (FAP) and an exam fee payable each time you sit the exam. Both fees are set by FIFA and published on the FIFA Agent Platform. Check agents.fifa.com for the current amounts.

The exam consists of 20 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 60 minutes. Each question has four answer options, and some questions may have more than one correct answer. You must score at least 75% (15/20) to pass.

FIFA schedules the Football Agent Exam multiple times per year. Exact dates and registration windows are announced on the FIFA Agent Platform. The exam is administered online through the platform.

The exam covers the FIFA Football Agent Regulations, the FIFA Statutes, relevant provisions of the Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players (RSTP), the FIFA Code of Ethics, and pertinent CAS (Court of Arbitration for Sport) jurisprudence. FIFA publishes official study materials covering all exam topics.

No. There is no educational background requirement to become a FIFA-licensed football agent. The eligibility criteria focus on age, character, and absence of conflicts of interest — not academic qualifications.

Under the current FIFA Football Agent Regulations, you need a valid licence to represent parties in football transactions. Unlicensed individuals cannot receive commissions or service fees for agent services. There are limited exceptions for lawyers acting in specific capacities.

You can retake the exam at the next available sitting. There is no limit on the number of attempts, but you must pay the exam fee each time. Use the time between attempts to review the study materials and focus on areas where you scored lowest.

From initial registration to receiving your licence, the process typically takes a few months — depending on FIFA's verification timeline, the next available exam date, and your preparation time. The registration verification usually takes a few weeks.

Yes. The FIFA Football Agent Exam uses an open-book concept. During the exam, you can access the official Study Materials within the exam interface in digital format. However, you may not bring printed copies, use external websites, or access any other software or browser during the exam.

You need two devices: a laptop or desktop computer with a functional camera and microphone (your primary device for taking the exam), and a smartphone with camera and microphone capabilities (used for registration and invigilation). You also need stable internet connectivity. Both devices must be compatible with the FIFA Platform.

Yes. The exam is conducted online with remote invigilation, so you can take it from any private, quiet room. However, you must be the only person in the room during the exam session, and pets are not allowed. You cannot take the exam in a public setting such as a library or café.

The exam is available in the four official FIFA languages: English, French, German, and Spanish. You select your preferred language when scheduling your exam session. Support on exam day is also available in these languages.

The exam fee is refundable only if you withdraw your licence application via the Platform before the specified deadline. If your licence application is rejected by FIFA, the exam fee will not be refunded, even if the rejection falls within the withdrawal deadline.

The Pre-Exam Readiness Check is a mandatory practice attempt on the Platform that simulates the exam experience. It verifies that your devices are compatible with the Platform and allows you to familiarise yourself with the exam interface and modality. You must complete it before you can sit the actual exam.