Practical reference
Hockey visas, passports and international transfers
Verified orientation on EU and non-EU passports, IIHF international transfers, visas and work permission for hockey players.
General information only. Final requirements must be confirmed by the federation, club, consulate and competent government authority.
EU vs non-EU passport in European hockey
How citizenship affects work rights, import status and access to European hockey markets, with official sources and key limitations.
DocumentsIIHF international transfer: how a move works
A practical guide to an IIHF international player transfer between national associations, including limited and unlimited transfers and club responsibilities.
DocumentsWork visa for a hockey player: checks before signing
Visa and employment checks a hockey player and club should complete before signing and travel, with official sources and a clear legal disclaimer.
DocumentsHockey transfer windows: three separate clocks
How to separate club recruitment, federation deadlines and visa or work-authorisation timing.
DocumentsDocuments for junior and senior players
Sports, immigration and education checklists for minors and adult hockey players.
DocumentsTravelling for a tryout: documents and risks
Invitation, insurance, permitted activity and red flags before travelling to a European club.
CountriesCheck a country guide
Official sources and an update date on every page.