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Anti-doping

The federation applies the World Anti-Doping Code and the National Anti-Doping Rules. This page holds the BFFK rules and the Prohibited List.

Published under Art. 89(4) and (6) of the Physical Education and Sports Act · updated annually
Prohibited List

Prohibited substances and methods 2026

WADA Prohibited ListComes into force on 1 January each year. Applies to all registered athletes.wada-ama.org Anti-Doping CentreThe list in Bulgarian, medication checks, Therapeutic Use Exemptions (TUE).anti-doping.government.bg
Procedure

When a violation is found

  1. Adverse analytical finding

    The Anti-Doping Centre notifies the athlete and the federation of the A sample result.

  2. B sample and explanations

    The athlete may request analysis of the B sample and submit written explanations within the period set by the anti-doping rules.

  3. Provisional suspension

    Until the decision the athlete takes no part in the federation's competitions or training camps.

  4. Disciplinary proceedings

    The decision is taken by the competent body under the anti-doping rules and may be appealed.

  5. Publication

    The sanction imposed is announced on this page (Art. 89(6) of the Act).