ICC Releases 2026 Arbitration Rules, Effective June 2026
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TL;DR
- The ICC approved revised Arbitration Rules on 23 March 2026.
- The 2026 ICC Rules came into force on 1 June 2026.
- The 2026 Rules replace the previous 2021 ICC Arbitration Rules.
Overview
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has approved a revised version of its Rules of Arbitration, with the new 2026 ICC Arbitration Rules becoming effective as of 1 June 2026. These updated rules replace the 2021 ICC Arbitration Rules.
What Happened
On 23 March 2026, the ICC formally approved a revised set of Arbitration Rules.
The new rules, known as the 2026 ICC Arbitration Rules, have come into effect as of 1 June 2026.
The 2026 rules supersede the previous version from 2021.
Context
The ICC periodically updates its Arbitration Rules to reflect changes in practice and policy, with previous revisions occurring in 2021.
The adoption of the 2026 ICC Arbitration Rules continues the institution's process of modernizing and clarifying its procedures.
Why It Matters
- The entry into force of the 2026 ICC Arbitration Rules will affect all new arbitrations filed with the ICC from 1 June 2026.
- Stakeholders using ICC-administered arbitration should be aware of the updated rules and requirements.