The maximum number of entries for each of the 11 Olympic events will be as per the table below, based on a total of 400 athletes:

All equipment will be measured for compliance with the 2004 Athens Ollympic Games Sailing Competition Measurement Regulations and Class Rules. In the case of conflict , the former will take precedence. The single-handed dinghy open equipment (Laser) will be supplied by the organizing authority.

Each boat will carry on each side of its mainsail and with the exception of sailboards, on each side of the hull, the 'look of the Games' logos. The 470, 49er, Tornado and Yngling classes shall carry, in addition to the national letters, their national flag on the spinnaker. Specifications will be published by ISAF.