About
About the Egyptian Bridge Federation
Early of 1930 it started under the name of the Egyptian Bridge Association. But on the year 1969 It was emerged with the Chess Federation under the name of Egyptian Bridge & Chess Federation. Finally on the 4th of May 1973, the independent EBF was registered under number 19/1973. On the same year it was re-registered under number 28/1973 creating our present Egyptian Bridge Federation. The members of the board are elected every 4 years.
What is Bridge?
Bridge is an absorbing and entertaining game that is enjoyed by millions across the world. The game is played by four people with a pack of playing cards. You play as part of a pair, one pair against another. Every deal is different and although the game is not hard to learn, one of its attractions is the challenge of playing really well. In our bridge clubs, multiple groups of four play the same deal in turn, so you compare your score with others who had exactly the same cards. This means you can do well even if you are dealt poor cards! This is called duplicate bridge.
What we offer:
- Official tournaments and championships
- Training programs for all skill levels
- International competition representation
- Bridge education and development
- Community building and networking
Why play bridge?
- It is fun to play
- It has endless variety
- It is social. You play with a partner and get to know everyone at the club
- It keeps your mind active and can be played by people of any age, from children to centenarians
- It is good for concentration, analysis and problem-solving. Some countries even have it on the school curriculum
Our Recognition
Egyptian Bridge Federation is recognized by International Organizations
African Bridge Federation
As a proud member of the African Bridge Federation, we represent Egypt in continental competitions and contribute to the development of bridge across Africa. The ABF oversees bridge activities in all African countries and organizes prestigious championships.
Arab Bridge League
The Egyptian Bridge Federation is an active member of the Arab Bridge League, participating in regional tournaments and fostering bridge development across the Arab world. The ABL promotes bridge culture and organizes competitions among Arab nations.
World Bridge Federation
Our federation is officially recognized by the World Bridge Federation, the global governing body for bridge. This recognition allows Egyptian players to participate in world championships and ensures our adherence to international bridge standards and regulations.
Bridge in Egypt
The game in Egypt
In Egypt, the game of Bridge is considered one of the most popular card games (kotchina) among young and old people, especially in family gatherings, summer resorts, cafes, and even sometimes in clubs. It is often considered the official game for groups that love cards but depend on thinking, not luck.
Why can it be said that the game of Bridge is important?
- It develops social and mental intelligence.
- It teaches patience and discipline (not any card is played randomly).
- It reveals personalities: people who like to take risks, who exaggerate in bridge, or who like to play it safe.
- It has a professional community: people play seriously and there are even APPS and Egyptian websites that organize online tournaments.
The common playing system in Egypt:
- 4 players only.
- Each round has a different type (there may be an agreed-upon order of rounds or according to the bidding).
- Number of rounds: usually 18 or 24 rounds (according to the table).
- Scoring is by points, and the first after the last round is the winner.
Bridge online in Egypt:
- Many young Egyptians play Bridge on:
- Mobile applications such as Jawaker, Tarneeb, Bridge
- Or through websites with online game rooms.
- Some people do livestreams on YouTube while they are playing Bridge.
Bridge Committee
Objectives of the Bridge Committee of the Egyptian Federation:
Organizing the game at the national level
Establishing officially recognized laws and rules, Unifying the arbitration system and tournament procedures, Issuing licenses for players, referees, and organizers.
Discovering and developing talent
Holding training courses for new players, Establishing academies or qualification programs to develop the technical and tactical level, Supporting juniors and encouraging them to professionalize the game.
Organizing local and international tournaments
Holding official tournaments at the level of the Republic, Approving annual tournaments (individual/social/clubs), Representing Egypt in Arab or world tournaments in the future.
Spreading awareness and culture of the game
Promoting the game in universities, clubs, and youth centers, Issuing educational materials (videos, books, brochures, applications), Cooperating with the media to spread the culture of the game.
Registering and classifying players
Creating an official database of players, Developing a ranking system and calculating points based on performance in tournaments, Granting titles and levels (such as the World Bridge Federation or Chess).
International recognition
Paving the way for the recognition of the game as an official mind sport, Joining regional or international federations (if established in the future), Organizing regional tournaments that attract players from neighboring countries.
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Educational Resources
Developing comprehensive learning materials for bridge games, Creating video tutorials and written guides, Establishing online platforms for remote learning and skill development.
EBF Board
Meet the Egyptian Bridge Federation Board
Amr Leheta
PresidentIhab Seddik
Vice-PresidentBernard Pascal
MemberSherif Helmy
MemberNoheir Omar
MemberMohamed Thabet
MemberNews & Updates
Latest Bridge News
Stay updated with the latest news, announcements, and achievements from the Egyptian Bridge Federation and our community.
Small Federations Online Open Teams
The 2nd Small Federations Online Open Teams will take place on the RealBridge platform between 2nd – 5th and 9th – 12th October.
Max Bavin Main TD Course
The Max Bavin Main TD Course will be held in Warsaw, Poland from 27-30 November 2025 (3 nights – hotel Bella Vista).
WBF World Tour
Join the prestigious WBF World Tour featuring international bridge tournaments and championships around the globe.
2nd Saudi International Bridge Festival
Explore the Saudi Federation for Mental Sports platform, promoting bridge and other mental sports across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
UAE National Day Bridge Festival
Celebrating the UAE's 53rd National Day with a special bridge tournament featuring international players and promoting bridge culture in the region.