What licence do I need to race karts?

Every driver and entrant needs an MSA competition licence, applied for online through the MSA system (GCRs 125 to 130). Karting licences (2026 MSA National ROK Sporting Regulations 4.2):

To get a licence you must:

• be a paid-up member of an MSA-affiliated karting club;
• sign the online indemnity (a parent or guardian signs for a minor);
• submit MSA's medical fitness form (a false declaration can lead to disqualification);
• meet the class age rules, and produce a birth certificate for a junior on demand.

National Championship rounds need at least a National licence. Licences run from issue to the end of the calendar year. One-event licences are also available for some events. Present your licence at documentation before the event.