European Youth Summit 2027 in Madrid, Spain (50 Fully Funded Seats)

Application deadline: 20 January 2026 (closed) · Last updated: 11 November 2026

If you’ve ever wanted to sit in a room with young people from 120 countries and argue about climate policy, AI or trade deals, this one’s worth a look. The European Youth Summit 2027 takes place in Madrid from 13 to 16 April 2027, and 300 delegates will be selected.

It’s run by the Centre for Diplomatic Advancement (CDA). The first edition was held in Geneva in 2026, and this year it moves to Spain. Over four days you’ll attend talks, take part in diplomatic simulations and workshops, go on study visits and work in a team on a real project.

Before you get excited, here’s the most important point: only 50 of the 300 places are fully funded. Another 100 are partly funded, and the remaining 150 are “Forum Access” places that don’t cover travel or a room. We explain each one below so you know exactly what you’re applying for.

Applications close on 20 January 2027.

European Youth Summit 2027 at a Glance

Organiser: Centre for Diplomatic Advancement (CDA)
Where: Madrid, Spain
When: 13–16 April 2027
Places: 300 in total (50 fully funded, 100 partially funded, 150 Forum Access)
Who can apply: Anyone aged 18–50, from any country
Application fee: US$17
Deadline: 20 January 2027

What Each European Youth Summit 2027 Place Covers

You fill in one application, and the organisers decide which category to offer you.

What’s included	Fully Funded (50)	Partially Funded (100)	Forum Access (150)
Return flights	✅	❌	❌
Visa fee refunded	✅	❌	❌
Shared room in Madrid	✅	✅	❌
Meals during the summit	✅	✅	✅
Invitation letter and visa support	✅	✅	❌
All sessions and workshops	✅	✅	✅
Study visits and networking	✅	✅	✅
CDA certificate and delegate kit	✅	✅	✅

Forum Access delegates also get mentoring after the summit and can apply for CDA funding for their own projects.

European Youth Summit 2027 Themes

Sessions are built around six topics:

Negotiation, mediation and conflict resolution
Climate diplomacy and sustainable development
Digital governance and AI in diplomacy
Multilateralism, trade and Europe’s global partnerships
Inclusive leadership and youth participation
From idea to impact: delivering youth projects

Who Can Apply for the European Youth Summit 2027?

The rules are fairly open. You need to:

Be between 18 and 50 years old
Have a working level of English
Be free for all four days

Your field doesn’t matter. Students, young professionals, founders, researchers, journalists, activists and community leaders are all welcome. You don’t need any diplomatic or conference experience either.

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European Youth Summit 2027 Application Documents

Have these ready before you open the form:

A recent photo (JPG, JPEG or PNG)
An up-to-date CV
A link to your LinkedIn or an active social media profile
Short written answers about your motivation, background and leadership experience

How to Apply for the European Youth Summit 2027

Open the official CDA application page using the button below.
Fill in your details and upload your photo and CV.
Answer the motivation and leadership questions carefully. This is where most selections are decided.
Pay the US$17 application fee. You won’t get it back if you aren’t selected.
Submit before 20 January 2027.

Read This Before You Pay the European Youth Summit 2027 Fee

A few honest points from us:

If you can only go on a fully funded place, think it through. With 50 fully funded seats out of 300, the odds are about one in six.
Ask what your place will cost you. If you’re offered a partially funded or Forum Access place, email the organisers and get the full costs in writing before you accept.
Start your visa early. Most South Asian and African passport holders need a Schengen visa for Spain, and appointments can take weeks to get.

Tips for a Stronger European Youth Summit 2027 Application

Use real examples. “I started a recycling drive at my university that now runs in three departments” beats “I am passionate about the environment”.
Pick one of the six themes and explain why it matters to you personally.
Say what you’ll actually do with what you learn when you get home.
Tidy up your LinkedIn before you apply. Reviewers do look at it.

Final Thoughts on the European Youth Summit 2027

The European Youth Summit 2027 is a solid chance to build your network and practise real diplomacy skills in one of Europe’s best cities. Just go in with your eyes open: the fully funded seats are few, so treat any offer as a bonus rather than a guarantee. If it fits your plans, write strong answers and apply before 20 January 2027.

APPLY NOW FOR THE EYS IN SPAIN 2027

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FAQ's

Only for 50 people. They get flights, a shared room in Madrid, meals and their visa fee back. The other 250 places are partially funded or Forum Access, which cover less.

Yes, there’s a US$17 application fee, and you pay it whether you’re selected or not.

Anyone aged 18 to 50 from any country, from any field, as long as you have a working knowledge of English.

It takes place in Madrid, Spain, over four days from 13 to 16 April 2027.

Applications close on 20 January 2027. If you’re offered a place, start your Schengen visa application straight away.