International Mixed Martial Arts Federation

The International Mixed Martial Arts Federation (IMMAF) was founded on 29 February 2012 as the international governing body for amateur mixed martial arts (MMA). Registered as a non-profit organization under Swedish law, the IMMAF supports the growth of sport safety by aiding countries in the formation of federations. IMMAF launched with support of market leader, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). The UFC is among promotions under the IMMAF umbrella in countries that include Brazil and Sweden.

After the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, the IMMAF suspended the memberships of the Russian MMA Union and the Federation of Hand-to-Hand Fighting & MMA of Belarus from participating in all IMMAF Championships, and banned the organization of IMMAF events in Russia and Belarus.