List of motor racing circuits by FIA grade


Appendix O to the FIA International Sporting Code defines the inspection and licensing process for auto racing circuits intending to host races sanctioned by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile, motorsport's governing body. The grades issued by the FIA are 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6, depending on the suitability of the circuit for different types and groups of cars, with 1 being the highest grade and the only circuits that can host Formula One races. A circuit holding a particular grade can also host events featuring categories of cars at lower grades. The grades are issued "with the sole purpose of permitting the registration of races on the FIA International Calendar, for the categories of vehicles specified".
Grades 1–4 concern various categories of cars depending on their power to weight ratio, and grade 6 relates to autocross, rallycross and ice racing courses. Grade 5 was previously designated for alternative energy vehicles until September 2022, when this was changed to designate developing circuits with FIA Provisional Circuit Licences.

Grade One

there are currently 39 Grade One circuits for a total of 59 layouts. Circuits holding Grade One certification may host events involving "Automobiles of Groups D and E with a weight/power ratio of less than 1 kg/hp." As such, a Grade One certification is required to host events involving Formula One cars. Additional requirements for Grade 1 include advanced medical facilities and staff, barrier safety design, and minimum track lengths and widths.
CircuitLocationCountryLayoutLengthExpiration date
Albert Park CircuitMelbourneAustraliaConvert|5.278|km|abbr=on

Grade Two

there are 65 Grade Two circuits for a total of 81 layouts. Circuits holding Grade Two certification may host events involving "Automobiles of Groups D and E with a weight/power ratio of between 1 and 2 kg/hp."
CircuitLocationCountryLayoutLengthExpiration date
Autodrom MostMostCzechiaConvert|4.212|km|abbr=on

Grade Three

there are 44 Grade Three circuits for a total of 47 layouts. Circuits holding Grade Three certification may host events involving "Category II Automobiles with a weight/power ratio of between 2 and 3 kg/hp". Since 2020, there is also a specific grade given for Formula E circuits; which is called as "Grade 3E".
CircuitLocationCountryLayoutLengthExpiration date
Adelaide Street CircuitAdelaideAustraliaConvert|3.220|km|abbr=onrefn|group=N|name=Anneau du Rhin G3R|Anneau du Rhin has a specific Grade 3 license for this layout, named as "Grade 3 Restricted".

Grade Four

there are 12 Grade Four circuits for a total of 12 layouts. Circuits holding Grade Four certification may host events involving "Category I Automobiles. Category II Automobiles with a weight/power ratio higher than 3 kg/hp."
CircuitLocationCountryLayoutLengthExpiration date
Autódromo Internacional Ayrton Senna (Goiânia)GoiâniaBrazilConvert|3.835|km|abbr=onrefn|group=N|name=Goiânia G4|Autódromo Internacional Ayrton Senna 's Grade 4 license expired 30 September 2025.

Grade Six

there are 23 Grade Six circuits for a total of 25 layouts. Grade Six is split into three parts: Grade 6A for all classes of autocross vehicles, Grade 6R for all classes of rallycross vehicles and Grade 6RW for the circuits used in FIA World Rallycross Championship and FIA European Rallycross Championship.
CircuitLocationCountryLayoutLengthExpiration date
Aspar CircuitAlgemesíSpainConvert|0.835|km|abbr=on