1971 ICF Canoe Sprint World Championships

The 1971 ICF Canoe Sprint World Championships were held in Belgrade, Yugoslavia.

The men's competition consisted of six canoe (single paddle, open boat) and nine kayak events. Three events were held for women, all in kayak. C-1 500 m and C-2 500 m events debuted at this ICF Canoe Sprint World Championships, the ninth Championships in canoe sprint.