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Motorsport is a unique and exciting sport. Given the lack of sporting / entertainment activities (especially of the automotive type) in Pakistan, the unique and unprecedented nature of this sport in Pakistan, and the incredible fast-growing interest in motor-racing from the media as well as the public – this sport is destined to be an enormous success. It will not be long before the sport gets bigger, better, more competitive, and more professional. The fast paced, thrilling, adrenalin fueled excitement that motorsport generates along with the festive, colorful and glamorous atmosphere of a motor-racing event is a certain crowd puller. Cars and by extension sport related to cars holds great public interest from young and old, males and females alike throughout the country.

Anyone can get involved and there are many different ways to be part of this exciting sport. There are many different disciplines to choose from. There are opportunities to get involved in any of the disciplines as a spectator, official, marshal, organizer, club or competitor.

The Motorsport Association of Pakistan (MAP) has been empowered by the Federation Internationale De L’Automobile (FIA) to register and license Pakistani citizens wishing to compete nationally under the MAP’s General Competition Regulations and/or internationally under the FlA’s International Sporting Code. Under certain circumstances citizens of other countries may also apply for registration.

Every individual must have a valid MAP competition license to compete in any form of motorsport in Pakistan. A license is a certificate of registration issued to any person or body (drivers, entrants, manufacturers, teams, circuits etc) wishing to participate or taking part whatsoever, in competitions or record attempts. The license holder is deemed to be acquainted with the General Competition Regulations of MAP and the International Sporting Code of the FIA and must comply with their provisions.

Registration will be affected by the issue of a Competition License of a type applicable to the motorsport discipline and the status, National or International, in which the applicant wishes to compete.

All MAP competition licenses expire on the 31st of December every year and must be renewed annually from 1st January of each year. Subject to certain conditions a status of license may be upgraded at any time during the year.

Each different discipline of motorsport requires a license specific to that discipline and each discipline has its own licensing criteria. If you are keen on competing it is generally a good idea to first register with a MAP affiliated club. You will then need to complete the requirements for obtaining a competition license in your desired discipline and then apply for a MAP competition license.

A MAP national or international license can only be issued or upgraded provided the driver meets the criteria set for that grade of license. All applicants will be required to pass a medical examination.

A MAP international license, along with a No-Objection certificate from the MAP, allows the driver or entrant to compete in an international event if it is entered on the FIA International Sporting Calendar.

If you want to be more than just a spectator one of the best ways of getting involved in motorsports is as a volunteer official. It allows you to be right in the middle of the action helping to conduct and regulate the sport. An official / marshal operates under the authority of MAP and must abide by MAP’s General Competition Regulations and FlA’s International Sporting Code.

MAP trains and provides officials for approved motorsport events organized in Pakistan. The marshals will be trained by MAP and work under the patronage of the Motorsport Association of Pakistan. It is the marshal’s responsibility to ensure that all motorsport in Pakistan is conducted in a manner that secures and enhances the safety of all those involved, including participants, officials, spectators and public property under the general guidance of MAP and FIA regulations.

It is the aim of MAP and the marshals to promote fair and safe competition of motorsports in Pakistan to attract experienced motorsports officials and train inexperienced volunteers, to improve the standards of marshalling, to improve the general welfare organization of marshals on duty at events. Any individual can become an official provided they complete the requirements and meet all the criteria for obtaining an official’s license.

Types of officials:

• Race Control Officials
• Fire and Rescue Team
• Recovery Team
• Medical Team
• Scrutineering Team
• Trackside Team
• Pit and Grid Team

Motorsport clubs are formed by a group of individuals with common interests and goals in the field of motorsports. They aim to advance the cause of motorsport and provide a platform where enthusiasts, and drivers can come together. Motorsport clubs hold meetings and organize events for their members. A motorsport club assists competition driver in developing their skills, gaining experience and establishing an auto-racing career. A motorsport club liaises with MAP to facilitate events and driver development. A motorsport club operating under the authority of MAP must abide by MAP’s General Competition Regulations and FlA’s International Sporting Code.

New motorsport clubs can become affiliated with MAP provided their club completes the requirements and meets the criteria for affiliation.

Organizers are a group of people that organize and arrange motorsport events, races, series, cups, challenges and championships. An organizer operates under the authority of MAP and must abide by MAP’s General Competition Regulations and FlA’s International Sporting Code.

A motorsport club affiliated with MAP or a commercial entity can have organizing permits issued to them and only thereafter can organize authorized motorsport activities in Pakistan. Any affiliated motorsport club or recognized entity may organize an event provided they complete the requirements and their event meets all the criteria for obtaining a permit.

A Circuit is a venue dedicated to motor-racing activities. A circuit can be specifically dedicated to a single discipline of motorsport or it can be a multi discipline venue. A circuit operates under the authority of MAP and must abide by MAP’s General Competition Regulations and FlA’s International Sporting Code.

Circuits are licensed and approved by MAP to host sanctioned events. MAP also advises on upgrading competition facilities. Only circuits licensed and approved by MAP are eligible to hold sanctioned motorsport events and races. A circuit can obtain a license and get approved to host an event provided that circuit completes the requirements and meets all the criteria for obtaining a license.

The Motorsport Association of Pakistan (MAP) is recognized as the sole motorsport governing body for Pakistan by the world governing body – the Federation Internationale de L’ Automobile (FIA). As the National Sporting Authority, MAP is responsible for the governance and administration of all forms of motorsports in Pakistan, controlling the technical and sporting rules across the various disciplines. The MAP implements these rules to ensure the conduct of motorsport events on international regulations established by the FIA. Below are the list of rules and regulations in PDF format.