International Clearance For Players Coming From Overseas
International Clearance For Players Coming From Overseas
International Clearance For Players Coming From Overseas
This form must be completed for a player who is seeking to register for a club in England and has previously been registered
for a club abroad (including the other Home Associations), or who is a foreign national seeking to register for the first time in
England. The completed form should be forwarded by the applicant club to the Player Status Department, preferably via
email. Applications made by players will not be accepted.
Email: [email protected]
Direct Fax: 0844 980 0663
It must be understood that the player cannot register or play in England for a club at any level until The Football Association is
in receipt of an International Transfer Certificate issued on his/her behalf by the former National Association.
Please Note: This form should not be used for players under the age of 18. If the player is under the age of 18, an application
must be made in accordance with FIFA Article 19. Please visit our website for full guidance and the Minor Application form.
http://www.thefa.com/football-rules-governance/policies/player-registration/international-clearance
4. Nationality _________________________________________________________________________
Please supply a copy of the player’s passport (photo page) or national identity card. Requests will not be processed without
a copy being provided
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