FIFA Clearing House - the first 24 months: Key Takeaways

LawInSport hosted a webinar on December 18, 2024, to analyze and discuss the progress and developments of the FIFA Clearing House over its first 24 months of operation. The webinar brought together experts to examine the system's achievements, challenges, and future directions.

This summary also includes responses to questions that were submitted during the webinar but were not responded to by the speakers due to paucity of time. 

Speakers

• Jan Kleiner, Director of Football Regulatory, FIFA
• Cesar Chaparro Yedro, Head of Clearing House, FIFA
• Sean Cottrell, CEO, LawInSport (moderator)

The recording of the webinar can be viewed here^[1].

Table of Contents

• Origins and Objectives
• Operational Structure and Player Registration System
• Results and Impact
• Regulatory Compliance Correlation
• Compliance Framework and Challenges
• Impact on Payment Processing and Enforcement
• Waiver System and Documentation Requirements
  • Valid Waiver Requirements
  • Common Pitfalls to Avoid
  • Documentation Format and Timing
  • Procedural Considerations
  • Impact on Transfer Strategy
• International Cooperation and System Integration
• Enforcement of Payments from Debtor Clubs
• Compliance Failures and Payment Processing
• Anti-Money Laundering Regulations
• Future Integration of Agent Fees
• Documentation and Waiver Requirements
• EPP Determination Challenges and CAS Cases
• Access to Sanctions Decisions
• DRC Decisions Related to the Electronic Player Passport Process
• Transfer Ban Implementation Process
• Compliance Challenges - Proof of Payment
• Training Club Sanctions
• Contract Offer Verification
• Transfer Ban Enforcement Issues
• CAF Member Associations Data Issues
• System vs Club Compliance Issues
• Future Developments and Considerations