Question 1

What are CMAS cards and how are they recognized?

Accepted Answer

CMAS cards are issued by national federations and ensure worldwide recognition of their certifications. They consist of two faces: the front for CMAS and the back for the national federation. Both CMAS plastic cards and virtual cards from the CMAS portal are sufficient to prove your certification.

Question 2

I have lost or damaged my CMAS card. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

You must contact the national federation that issued it to request a new CMAS card. You can contact the relevant federation directly on its website, or consult the CMAS website to find contact details for federations in Africa, America, Asia, Europe, and Oceania.

Question 3

What is the difference between CMAS plastic cards and virtual cards?

Accepted Answer

The CMAS plastic card alone is sufficient to prove your certification. The CMAS virtual card alone is also sufficient to prove your certification. You can choose to use either one, depending on your preference and what your national federation offers. CMAS plastic cards are secured by a hologram and certify your level without the need for additional online verification.

Question 4

How can I obtain a CMAS card in my country?

Accepted Answer

To obtain a CMAS card in a given country, you must be certified by an organization affiliated with a national federation that is a member of CMAS, and this federation must issue CMAS cards. CMAS cards are issued only by national federations. Contact your national federation directly - visit the CMAS website for contact details by region.

Question 5

I have an old CMAS certificate. Can I still use it?

Accepted Answer

The validity period of CMAS cards depends on the federation that issued them. Cards may be valid indefinitely or have an expiry date. This information is usually available on the side of the card corresponding to your federation. If you have any doubts, contact the federation that issued your card.

Question 6

I married and need a new CMAS card with my new name. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

You must contact the national federation that issued it to request a new CMAS card with your new name. You can contact the relevant federation directly on its website, or consult the CMAS website to find contact details for your region.

Question 7

How can I request a correction to my CMAS certification information?

Accepted Answer

Information concerning CMAS certifications available on the CMAS portal is provided by the national federation that issued them. Any requests for corrections or modifications must be addressed exclusively to the relevant national federation.

Question 8

How can I request a duplicate of my CMAS card?

Accepted Answer

You must contact the national federation that issued it to request a new CMAS card. You can contact the relevant federation directly on its website, or if you don't have this information, consult the CMAS website to find contact details for federations in Africa, America, Asia, Europe, and Oceania.

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