Rules and Regulations
IIHF Rule Book 2025 - 2026
The International Ice Hockey Federation has published the 2025/2026 IIHF Rule Book for the upcoming season.
IIHF REGULATIONS
- Anti-Doping
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The IIHF has produced and distributed the following Medical Regulations to direct and guide the membership in the administrative organization and technical operation of a complete medical program at IIHF competitions.
Last updated: November 2024
- International Transfers
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The goal of the International Transfer Regulations with the International Transfer Cards (ITC) is to maintain the worldwide good order of the sport and to protect club teams and players alike.
The IIHF player transfer program using ITCs is a service to member national associations and performs a key role in the IIHF player eligibility responsibilities for participation in IIHF Championships or Olympic Winter Games competitions.
Last updated: November 2025
- Disciplinary
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This file contains regulations concerning disciplinary measures and the disciplinary bodies.
Last updated: November 2025
IIHF Policies
- Transgender Policy
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The IIHF has adopted this Policy in order to facilitate the participation of Transgender athletes at the international level of the sport in the category of competition that is consistent with their gender identity.
Last updated: October 2022
- IIHF Social Media Policy
- Last update: February 2025