The Badminton World Federation (BWF) is recognised by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) as the world governing body for badminton.

The International Badminton Federation (IBF), as it was originally called, was established in London, on 5 July 1934 with nine founding Member Associations. The BWF has a global membership 204 Member Associations, who are for the most part, national badminton associations.

BWF has had its head office in Kuala Lumpur (KL), Malaysia since 2005 with a staff of 60.

BWF is registered under the International Organizations (Privileges and Immunities) Act 1992 in Malaysia – Registration Number P.U. (A) 363.

Vision

 – Giving every child a chance to play badminton for life.

Mission

 – To lead, inspire and engage stakeholders.