You must file this motion within 90 days of the arbitrator giving notice of the award. (or any corrected award).The FAA applies to any contract "evidencing a transaction involving commerce" that is subject to a written agreement to arbitrate. US courts refrain from unilaterally vacating an award, rendered under international arbitral rules, in all but the most extreme cases. This Toolkit includes resources that explain how to confirm, vacate, modify, and correct arbitration awards. Vacating an arbitration award is very difficult. The Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) requires the court to issue a stay pending arbitration and the court lacks the discretion to dismiss the lawsuit.