The closing date for applications was 1 April
Please click here to see the list of applications received
Please note this list does not constitute acceptance into the specified Competition(s), and a final list of Clubs accepted will be published in the week commencing Monday 18 June.
Details for The FA Cup, Trophy, Vase and Youth Cup
Entry Requirements
FA CUP
Clubs to be automatically accepted subject to the ground conforming to the minimum standard
Clubs in The FA Premier League, The Football League and in Steps 1,2,3 & 4 of The FA National League System.
Clubs in Step 5 of The FA National League System.
Clubs relegated to Step 6 of The FA National League System.
Clubs in Step 6 of The FA National League System finishing in a League position 1-4 of the season just completed.
Clubs to be accepted subject to available places and subject to the ground conforming to the minimum standard
Clubs playing in Step 6 of The FA National League System finishing in a League position below fourth of the season just completed.
New entries
Clubs must have participated in The Trophy or Vase in Season 2011-12.
FA TROPHY
Entry is restricted to Clubs competing in Steps 1-4 of The FA National League System. Clubs moving to and from Step 4 will automatically be moved between The Trophy and Vase competitions accordingly.
FA VASE
Entry is restricted to Clubs competing in Steps 5-7 of The FA National League System subject to the ground conforming to the minimum standard.
FA YOUTH CUP
Clubs to be accepted subject to the ground conforming to the minimum standard
Clubs that participated in The FA Cup, Trophy or Vase in Season 2011-12 and also participating in one of these competitions in Season 2012-13.
Clubs that participated in a recognized Youth League/Academy or Competition in Season 2011-2012 sanctioned by The Association or an affiliated Association as determined by The Association from time to time and also participating in one of these in Season 2012-2013.
Youth Teams representing a Senior Club must be properly integrated within the main structure of the Senior Club.
Ground Standards
FA CUP
Clubs must have a ground grade which conforms to a “G” grade (appropriate to Step 6) or higher as at 31 March of the current season. The minimum grade will be raised to “F” grade (appropriate to Step 5) for season 2015-2016.
FA VASE
Clubs must have a ground grade which conforms to a “H” grade (appropriate to entry to Step 6) or higher as at 31 March of the current season.
For clarification on the various ground grades related to The FA National League System can be found by clicking here.
Please note, a FAN (FA Number) will be needed to access this online application.
Click here if you haven't already registered for a FAN number or have forgotten your FAN number
FA WOMEN'S CUP & FA SUNDAY CUP
Application for The FA Women’s Cup and FA Sunday Cup 2012-13 will be available on this page sometime at the end of May/beginning of June.
The closing date for all applications will be 1 August 2012
Contact information for assistance on FA Competitions
If any further information is required on applying to enter FA Competitions, please contact competition.entries@TheFA.com or call on 0844 980 8200 x4583 or x4617.
