ISTF-2025 is the International Sports Tourism Festival, bringing together sports enthusiasts, teams, clubs, and athletes for a multi-sport competition combined with tourism experiences.

ISTF-2025 will be held in the United Arab Emirates precisely Dubai with scheduled competitions and tourism activities throughout the event.

The main competition categories include Football, Basketball, Volleyball, and Skating.

Athletes between 15 and 30 years old, representing clubs, university teams, or independent competitors, can register.

International Teams:
- One category: $1,000 + VAT per team
- Two categories: $850 each + VAT per team
- Three categories: $750 each + VAT per team

Local Teams:
- One category: $1,500 + VAT per team
- Two categories: $1,450 each + VAT per team
- Three categories: $1,400 each + VAT per team

Skating Fees:
- $70 + VAT (UAE-based)
- $50 + VAT (International)

Yes, payments can be made in two installments—30% within 10 days of registration and the balance by May 30, 2025.

No, all fees are non-refundable, except in cases of visa rejection for applications handle by our authorized partners, where a partial refund (minus VAT and a 10% administrative fee) may be provided.

The package covers accommodation, transportation, meal provisions, visa processing assistance, and accident insurance for international participants contact 0558746560 for more details regarding packages.

Yes, but they will be considered local participants, meaning higher registration fees and no access to ISTF-provided special insurance coverage meant for int’l participants.

Failure to comply with ISTF branding guidelines may result in loss of financial incentives, or outright disqualification.

Matches will follow a group stage, knockout rounds, semi-finals, and finals format.

Each competition category must have at least 12 registered teams, while skating requires 200 participants for trophies and prize allocation.

The total prize pool is $27,450, distributed equally among the four sports ($6,810 per category).

ISTF facilitates applications for participants enrolled in official packages, but final approval is at the discretion of immigration authorities.

You may receive a partial refund of your event registration fee minus a 10% administrative charge, but visa fees remain non-refundable by the government, rejection evidence and reasons shall be provided by our processing partners.

Yes, official transport is included for international participants enrolled in ISTF packages.

No, once booked, accommodation arrangements are fixed to ensure logistical efficiency, one can either choose a single room or shared room, contact +971558746560 for any assistance.

ISTF provides standard meal plans; dietary requirements must be submitted at least 30 days before the event for special accommodation.

No, external catering is not permitted, ensuring compliance with event regulations.

Only ISTF package participants receive transportation, including airport transfers and venue shuttles.

Late arrivals cannot be rescheduled, and ISTF assumes no responsibility for missed transport services.

No, participants arranging independent transport do so on their own.

Cheating, unsportsmanlike conduct, branding violations, unpaid balances, or property damage can result in removal from ISTF.

No, disqualified teams automatically forfeit all monetary rewards and competition trophies.

ISTF provides 10,000 AED insurance coverages each to international participants using official ISTF packages and Independent local participants who fully comply with the event rules including dress codes.

ISTF-2025 will be held in the United Arab Emirates precisely Dubai with scheduled competitions and tourism activities throughout the event.

Participants can explore cultural and tourist destinations in the UAE with scheduled tours on April 15 and April 25.

Participants select at the time of registration. Changes cannot be made after submission.

Participants who fail to attend will not be refunded or rescheduled, as tours operate on a fixed schedule.

All participants must sign liability waivers, acknowledging ISTF is not responsible for independent travel, accommodations, or personal incidents.

Yes, ISTF offers sponsorship packages, from second edition onward which can be discussed with organizers upon request.

ISTF support teams will provide help with registration, payments, travel inquiries, and other concerns via official communication channels, email [email protected].