Pakistan Sports Board Enforces Strict Control on Foreign Tours, Declares 50+ Sports Bodies Non-Recognized

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Musarrat Ullah Jan , KikxNow , Digital Creator

The Federal Government has enforced the Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) Constitution 2022, introducing strict regulations over sports governance, international participation, and federation recognition in the country.

Under Rule 7(1)(xxxiii), no athlete or team affiliated with any national sports federation, organization, association, or club can travel abroad without prior approval from the PSB. Officials say the move is aimed at preventing unauthorized foreign tours and ensuring centralized oversight of sports representation.

Rule 22 of the same constitution further clarifies that non-affiliated or non-recognized federations are not authorized to regulate sports in Pakistan or represent the country in international events or forums.

In line with these regulations, the PSB has issued a list of over 50 non-affiliated sports organizations operating across different disciplines, including MMA groups, E-Sports bodies, Scrabble associations, Gymnastics groups, Motorsport entities, Pickleball, Tug of War, Triathlon, and several other emerging or informal sports bodies.

The PSB has advised athletes, parents, sponsors, and stakeholders to verify the legal status of any federation before participating in events, joining teams, or funding international participation. Officials warned that involvement with non-recognized bodies could result in visa complications, travel restrictions, and loss of eligibility for official representation.

The decision is expected to have a significant impact on grassroots sports and emerging disciplines, where multiple unofficial bodies currently operate without formal affiliation.

Observers say the move could bring regulatory clarity, but may also restrict opportunities for athletes in emerging sports unless a clear recognition pathway is introduced.

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