Organisers of the 2026 Asian Games have directed participating athletes and officials to make their own accommodation arrangements for the competition.

The organisers said the official accommodation facilities provided for the Games would be reserved for designated categories of participants, leaving other athletes and officials to secure accommodation independently.

The directive has raised concerns among participating delegations, particularly over the additional costs that athletes and their teams may have to bear during the competition.

Teams are expected to arrange suitable accommodation close to competition venues while also making provisions for transportation to and from events.

The accommodation issue is one of the logistical considerations facing participating countries ahead of the Games, as delegations finalise preparations for the continental sporting event.

Officials have been advised to make their arrangements early to avoid difficulties as demand for accommodation is expected to increase around the Games period.

The organisers are expected to provide further guidance to participating delegations on transportation and other logistical arrangements.

The Asian Games bring together athletes from across the continent to compete in multiple sporting disciplines, with participating countries expected to finalise their preparations ahead of the event.