These guidelines have been developed with the primary purpose of promoting safety for USEF members during USEF licensed competitions and to prepare members for upcoming changes to GR801.6 which go into effect Dec. 1, 2026.

Rule changes going into effect December 1, 2026 for the Eventing chapter

On December 1, 2024, an updated MAAPP (Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies) for US Equestrian will go into effect. This update will include new information and revised policies, including the transportation, lodging, and electronic communications policies.

The United States Equestrian Federation (the Federation) revised the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP) to mirror the U.S. Center for SafeSport’s revisions. The revised MAAPP will go into effect on December 1, 2024. This .pdf provides an overview of the noteworthy revisions.

New World Screwworm (NWS, Cochliomyia hominivorax) is a devastating pest. When NWS fly larvae (maggots) burrow into the flesh of a living animal, they cause serious, often deadly damage. NWS can infest livestock, pets, wildlife, occasionally birds, and in rare cases, people.

On June 1, 2019, US Equestrian’s Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention (MAAP) Policies went into effect. The policies provide both mandatory requirements and recommended best practices tailored to protecting minors, anyone under 18 years of age (regardless of USEF age), in equestrian sport from abuse. This page provides a side-by-side view of the mandatory requirements and recommended best practices as written in the USEF MAAP Policies.

To go into effect April 1, 2022

The selection process for team events that have been identified or "targeted" as a goal of one of the Pathway Programs. Updated April 09, 2025, v2 updates: These procedures have been updated to reflect the involvement of the Sport Committee in the team selection process, as outlined in the current version of the FEI, Olympic, and Para-Equestrian Sport Committees' Charter.

The selection process for team events that have not been identified as a goal of one of the Pathway Programs, but still offer the opportunity for USA Athletes to attend. Updated April 09, 2025, v2 updates: These procedures have been updated to reflect the involvement of the Sport Committee in the team selection process, as outlined in the current version of the FEI, Olympic, and Para-Equestrian Sport Committees' Charter.

USEA/USEF Eventing Competition Standards coming into effect December 1, 2021.

This guide outlines what to expect during your horse/pony's measurement, what you are required to do beforehand, and how to appeal a measurement. This document is specific to Arabian, Hackney, Saddlebred, and Shetland measurements.

Information about competing your Hackney horse or pony with US Equestrian

Poster for use in show office to link to Competition and Licensed Official Evaluations. The updated poster now includes a QR code that links the member directly to the Competition/Official Evaluation page. In addition to the letter size poster, a half-page poster is available to be printed and cut into slips as a handout.

Adding required times for Para Driving competitors into the cones course timetables

This list depicts an Endurance athlete's career mileage record, all USEF competition results and FEI competition results for U.S. Athletes will count towards career mileage awards. Athletes may request to recognize their or their career mileage from AERC or EDRA competitions being held prior to December 1st, 2023. These requests should be sent by email to the USEF Director of Endurance and will only be accepted until September 1, 2024. Requests will be verified by AERC or EDRA competition records. Awards given to the athlete that meets the above mileage recognitions. Athletes must be active competing members in good standing of the USEF. Awards only eligible for U.S. citizens/Permanent Residents/Green Card Holders.

This list depicts an Endurance horse's Career Mileage record, all USEF competition results and FEI competition results for U.S. Horses will count towards career mileage awards. Owners may request to recognize their or their horse’s career mileage from AERC or EDRA competitions being held prior to December 1st, 2023. These requests should be sent by email to the USEF Director of Endurance and will only be accepted until September 1, 2024. Requests will be verified by AERC or EDRA competition records. Awards given to the owner of the horse that meets the above mileage recognitions. Horses must be recorded with the USEF and owners must be active competing members in good standing of the USEF. Awards only eligible for horses owned by U.S. citizens/Permanent Residents/Green Card Holders.

Beginning September 1, 2023, all Foreign Riders in US Based Competitions will need to obtain a Competing Membership with USEF and complete SafeSport training. These FAQs should help with understanding what this change means and why it is being made.

Due by 11:59pm, ET on July 21, 2025 - This application is for those planning to attend the Festival of Champions and are wanting to include their information in the printed 2025 Program.

Este folleto se debe utilizar para exhibirlo en los recintos de exhibición para recordar a los competidores, entrenadores y jinetes que las fiebres deben informarse a los veterinarios de la exhibición.

Apprentice evaluation form for 'r' applicants in these divisions.

A listing of horse entry thresholds for USEF Lite Competitions with a Morgan, Arabian, Saddlebred/Hackney/Roadster/Harness, Multi-Breed, or Western Dressage Sub-Type License that allow competitions to retain a USEF Lite licensed for more than three years.

Memo outlines rule changes that involve hosting Open Dressage classes, which will go into effect for the 2023 competition year.

This document outlines many of the changes made to the FEI Endurance rules which went into effect on January 1, 2026.

We have combined all passport applications into one form. This form can be used for all passport service requests.

Playbook for the 2026 MARS Badminton Horse Trials outlining travel trips, hospitality information and more.

Protocols to be Followed by US Show Jumping Athletes wishing to compete abroad - eff. Jan. 1, 2026

An accommodation flyer for Badminton 2024.

"Try My Sport" clinic. For more information, visit https://thorncroft.org/

Walkthrough for New User: Minor (12 and under)

Walkthrough for New User: Adult

Walkthrough for Existing User: Minor (12 and under) (USEF Member, Subscriber, or Fan)

Walkthrough for Existing User: Adult (NOT a USEF Member, Subscriber, or Fan)

Walkthrough for Existing User: Adult (USEF Member, Subscriber, or Fan)

Walkthrough for Logging In

On June 1, 2019, US Equestrian’s Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention (MAAP) Policies went into effect. These policies apply to USEF members who are 18 years old and older (regardless of their USEF age), referred to as “Adults” below. As members work to change their behaviors to further support and protect minor athletes (anyone under 18 years of age regardless of USEF age), in our sport, the following are five fast facts you need to know about the mandatory requirements outlined in the new USEF MAAP Policies.

Today - 2026 Nations Cup Application Deadline – CSIO3* Vejer de la Frontera, Longines FEI World Cup - League Declaration, Preliminary Information for 2027 Pan American Games, FEI Tack and Equipment Requirements for Jumping Effective February 1, 2027, September Jumping Team Travel Schedule

The Development Program aims to support athletes with the perceived talent and ability to reach Elite status in the next four to eight years by focusing on developing the skills needed to progress on the Pathway.

Turning Sports Leaders into Life Leaders

The Development Program, led by USEF Development and Emerging Athlete Coach Leslie Law, aims to support athletes with the perceived talent and ability to reach Elite status in the next four to eight years by focusing on developing the skills needed to progress on the Pathway.

Qualification Events for the Olympic Games 2024 (selected events for achieving minimum eligibility standards). Published by the FEI.

Official Rules for the 2023 USEF Pony Finals presented by Honor Hill Farms

Please complete and return to the Director of Driving by August 31, 2023

These procedures provide for selection of the United States Equestrian Federation’s (“USEF”) Games Staff [see following table for a list of positions] for the 2024 Paralympic Games. However, accreditation allocation is not guaranteed and will be based on final USOPC credential allocation and overall team size. Responsibility of payment for allocated accreditations will be determined by the USOPC and USEF.

Mill Spring, NC - September 17-21, 2025

Updated April 02, 2025, v2 updates: These procedures have been updated to reflect the involvement of the Sport Committee in the team selection process, as outlined in the current version of the FEI, Olympic, and Para-Equestrian Sport Committees' Charter.

How Can You Turn Coaching Stress into Your Competitive Edge?

The following persons/entities have failed to settle indebtedness with the Federation and/or a Licensed Competition and are therefore automatically barred, until further notice, or for the specific dates listed, from participating in any Licensed Competition pursuant to Chapter 13, GR1301.4; Chapter 9, GR913.1 and Chapter 3, GR303.3. Any horses owned by the individual/entity contained in the list are suspended for the same time period.

Selection procedures for the 2026 FEI World Breeding Championships For Young Horses In Dressage (Five, Six, and Seven Year Old's). Approved by USEF Board of Directors on October 20, 2025. FEI and WBFSH Approved - November 19, 2025.

Grant Application for the 2026 USEF Competition Year (December 1, 2025-November 30, 2026).

New Jumper Rules effective Dec 1, 2025 for the 2026 Competition Year.