Specialist Training Course
FIFA Football Agent Exam Preparatory Course – 2nd edition (2027)
The FIFA Football Agent Exam Preparatory Course is a 16-hour online programme (8 live weekly sessions, 10 February – 6 April 2027, in English) directed by Barry Lysaght, former FIFA Legal Counsel. It covers the FFAR, RSTP, minors and safeguarding, and the FIFA Clearing House, and ends shortly before the FIFA exam window. 2nd edition · €645.
The FIFA Football Agent Exam is not merely an administrative formality: it is a rigorous test of technical competence designed to filter access to an increasingly professionalised industry.
With extensive official study materials, including the FFAR, the RSTP and the FIFA Statutes, candidates face an overwhelming volume of information. At Sports Law Hub, we know that rote memorisation is insufficient. To pass the FIFA Football Agent Exam, you must think like the regulator.
Registration now open
English edition
Execution date:
10 February – 6 April 2027
Course duration:
16 hours
Training sessions:
8 weekly sessions
17:00–19:00 CET (Madrid time)
Language:
English
Format:
Live Sessions.
Missed a session? Limited access to its recording is available on request only, by writing to education@sportslawhub.com
Registration Deadline: 27 January 2027.
Tuition fees:
645 €
(Taxes included)
Academic direction and course instructor
Barry Lysaght
Former FIFA Legal Counsel | Licensed FIFA Agent | FIFA Football Agent Exam Instructor
The FIFA football agent exam preparatory course is led by Barry Lysaght, one of the most authoritative legal figures in global football governance and regulatory compliance.
Key professional credentials & regulatory experience:
Former Legal Counsel & Group Lead at FIFA (Zürich)
Former Head of Sports Legal at the Asian Football Confederation (AFC)
Former General Counsel at the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF)
Licensed FIFA Football Agent & Senior Sports Attorney
Expert preparation for the FIFA Football Agent Exam
Having served as a regulator within FIFA who actively participated in drafting key football regulations, Barry Lysaght provides an unmatched “insider” perspective on the FIFA Football Agent Regulations (FFAR).
As both a senior sports lawyer and an active market operator, he combines forensic legal precision with practical industry insights. His leadership ensures candidate preparation for the FIFA Football Agent Exam is comprehensive, strategically aligned with official FIFA testing standards, and directly applicable to professional sports representation.
Who is this program for?
This executive-level preparation programme is specifically designed for professionals seeking rigorous technical validation, compliance mastery, and success in the FIFA Football Agent Exam:
- Aspiring FIFA Agents: candidates preparing for the official FIFA Football Agent Exam requiring in-depth knowledge of FFAR, RSTP and Clearing House rules.
- Sports lawyers & legal counsel: attorneys specializing in sports law and football transfers looking to deepen their regulatory expertise.
- Club executives & staff: sporting directors and legal heads managing transfers, intermediary contracts, and FIFA compliance.
- Intermediaries & consultants: active market operators pursuing official FIFA licensing and advanced contract negotiation skills.
Methodology
Live & on-demand learning
Live sessions are the core of the programme, with real-time debate, technical Q&A and networking with the faculty and fellow candidates.
Missed a session?
If your professional commitments prevent you from attending a specific session, you can write to education@sportslawhub.com to request, on an exceptional basis, limited access to that session’s recording.
Lecturers
Our faculty is comprised of top-tier sports lawyers, international legal consultants, and industry leaders with direct operational experience in international football governance and the FIFA Football Agent Exam syllabus.
Faculty selection criteria:
Technical regulatory expertise: deep specialization in the FIFA Football Agent Regulations (FFAR), player transfers, and FIFA compliance.
Elite-level industry practice: senior legal counsel and consultants with proven track records in international sports law.
Exam-focused pedagogy: strategic instruction designed specifically to ensure success in the official FIFA Football Agent Exam.
The full 2027 faculty will be announced soon.
What will you learn?
The FIFA Football Agent Exam Preparatory Course delivers technical, regulation-focused training designed to cover the official examination matrix and international sports law standards.
Core technical competencies:
FIFA Football Agent Regulations (FFAR): the FIFA governance structure, the scope and application of the FFAR, and their current legal status, including the CJEU RRC Sports ruling (C-209/23, July 2026).
Agent obligations & risk compliance: the core duties of a licensed agent, compliance risk-mapping for daily operations and a review of key case law.
Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players (RSTP): working with TMS as an agent, player contracts and rights (male, female and minors), the representation of coaches, and TPI/TPO rules.
Representation of minors & safeguarding: key obligations when representing minors, common issues and errors, and FIFA safeguarding requirements and best practice.
FIFA Clearing House & financial regulations: how the Clearing House works and affects agents, training rewards (training compensation and solidarity contribution), and the agent fee system in practice.
FIFA Disciplinary Code & CAS: key disciplinary provisions for agents, procedure before FIFA judicial bodies, and the scope and case law of the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
The agent’s practice: an ‘Ask an Agent’ session with an experienced agent on the practical realities of the profession under the FFAR and national FA regulations.
Exam preparation: a summary of dispute resolution for agents, a checklist of common mistakes and specific exam considerations, and an extended FFAR Q&A.
Certification
Upon successful completion of the course, participants receive a Certificate of Completion issued by Sports Law Hub.
Key credential specifications:
Competency validation: Verifies advanced technical command of the FIFA Football Agent Regulations (FFAR), RSTP, FIFA Clearing House, and international sports dispute resolution frameworks.
Issuing authority: Backed by Sports Law Hub’s executive faculty and academic direction, led by former FIFA, AFC, and SAFF legal leadership.
Professional distinction: Serves as a verified academic milestone for sports lawyers, club executives, and candidates preparing for official licensing under FIFA regulations.
This milestone would not have been possible without the incredible support of Sports Law Hub. I am truly grateful for being awarded their scholarship, which gave me the opportunity to achieve this goal.
The course helped me approach the FIFA Football Agent Exam with greater confidence and a clearer understanding of the regulations. For me, its value went beyond exam preparation, providing a useful foundation for my work as a licensed football agent. I would recommend it to anyone serious about preparing for the exam and entering the profession.
This immersive programme provides the fastest route to mastering the FIFA Football Agent Exam and building key competencies for top-tier sports representation.
FAQ: FIFA Football Agent Exam course
When does the 2nd edition take place?
From 10 February to 6 April 2027, in 8 live weekly online sessions of 2 hours (17:00–19:00 Madrid time: CET, and CEST from 28 March), 16 hours in total. Registration closes on 27 January 2027.
Is the course timed for the 2027 FIFA Football Agent Exam?
Yes. The course ends in early April so that candidates finish their preparation shortly before the FIFA exam window.
Is this an official FIFA course?
No. It is an independent course by Sports Law Hub. FIFA does not organise or endorse preparatory courses for the exam. The course is directed by Barry Lysaght, former FIFA Legal Counsel.
What does the FIFA Football Agent Exam consist of?
According to FIFA, it is a 60-minute exam with 20 multiple-choice questions on FIFA regulations and the football transfer system, and a 75% pass mark. Candidates take it online with their own laptop and internet connection, after applying through the FIFA Agent Platform. Since 2025, FIFA holds one exam edition per year.
What if I cannot attend the live sessions?
The course is designed to be followed live. If your professional commitments prevent you from attending a specific session, you can write to education@sportslawhub.com to request, on an exceptional basis, limited access to that session’s recording.
What is included and how much does it cost?
€645 (taxes included). It includes 8 live sessions, academic materials from the lecturers, a direct channel with the Sports Law Hub team and a Certificate of Completion.
In which language is the course taught?
In English.
Can I register after the deadline?
Registration closes on 27 January 2027 and late enrolment is not offered. If you have an exceptional situation, please write to education@sportslawhub.com.
This is an independent course organised by Sports Law Hub. It is not organised, endorsed or affiliated with FIFA.
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