Legislation requires that the Department of Sport and/or SASCOC be made aware of any events that are in the Bidding or Hosting stage and that approval to host such events is obtained from them.

in order for SA Sailing to make application on your behalf we require the following information and supporting documents as is detailed in the SASCOC application process.

1. The application must meet the required timelines as late applications cannot reach the Minister in time for his consideration or approval.  According to the Bidding and Hosting Regulations the applications are supposed to be lodged in advance. 

2. That it mustfirstly have SASCOC's endorsement

3. It should have the approval of the International Body and National Federation..

4. It should be supported by the Host Province and Host City.

5. It should include the feasibility study or project plan and budget.

6. The template (included) should also be sent to the applicant for completion

7. Upon the recommendation from SASCOC, all Documentation must be sent through to the Major Events Unit, with the SASCOC letter by the National Federation. 

Checklist of requirements and evidence needed for application are:

National Federations must submit the following:

1. Endorsement letter from International Body
2. Endorsement letter of financial support from the International body
3. Endorsement letter from Host Province
4. Endorsement letter from Host City
5. Budget for the Event indicating that the necessary funds are available for the successful completion of the event
6. Supporting documents from Sponsors endorsing support of the event
7. Feasibility study or Project plan / Business Plan
8. Benefits that the event will bring in South Africa/Province/city

Please note that in line with the requirements and timelines that apply, incomplete submissions can not be considered and notice of intent to bid should be lodged with SA Sailing at the onset of the process.