A regulation padel court is a 20m x 10m rectangle, fully enclosed by glass walls and metal mesh. Standardised by the International Padel Federation (FIP), the same dimensions are used everywhere from Madrid to Alanya.
Full specifications
| Court length | 20 metres |
| Court width | 10 metres |
| Net height (centre) | 88 cm |
| Net height (posts) | 92 cm |
| Service line | 6.95m from net |
| Back wall (glass) | 3 m |
| Mesh above back wall | 1 m (total 4 m) |
| Side walls | Glass + mesh, stepped 3 m / 2 m |
| Door opening | 1 or 2 doors, side wall |
| Lighting (indoor) | ≥ 500 lux uniform |
Why these dimensions matter
The 20x10 ratio creates fast, reactive doubles play without exhausting positions. Glass walls keep the ball alive — turning every defensive ball into a potential counter-attack — which is what makes padel so addictive.
Frequently asked questions
What are the official padel court dimensions?
A padel court is 20 metres long and 10 metres wide, enclosed by 3-4m high glass and metal-mesh walls. The net is 88cm at the centre, rising to 92cm at the posts.
How big is the service box in padel?
Each service box is 7m long and 5m wide, measured from the net to the service line.
How tall are the walls?
The back glass walls are 3m high, topped with 1m of metal mesh. Side walls vary between 3m and 4m of mesh.
How much space is needed to build a padel court?
Minimum 22m x 12m to allow safe construction and access around the structure. Outdoor courts need additional clearance for fencing.
Want to see a regulation court in person? Book a court at Long Beach Padel Club.