European Union Visitors Programme

Sector: Youth
Type: Programme
Location: Brussels and Strasbourg
Deadline: Finished
Organiser: EU

It is a chance for young Ukrainian leaders to see the work of EU institutions from the inside.

The organisers will invite you on a five-day trip to Brussels and Strasbourg, during which you will better understand EU policies and meet European diplomats during a customised programme. The organisers will cover all expenses.

This is a joint programme of the European Parliament and the European Commission. This is one of the thousands of the EU opportunities for Ukraine.

More about the competition

What do I get?
  • Five days of one-on-one meetings with EU officials in Brussels and Strasbourg
  • Daily allowance and return tickets
  • Participation in the European Union Visitors Programme community, which brings together over 5,000 like-minded people and current EU events and news
Can I apply?

This competition is for young leaders who:

  • Are between 25 and 35 years old
  • Have Ukrainian citizenship
  • Work in the media, public sector, politics, business, economics or academic research
  • Have a good command of English or French
  • Have a basic knowledge of EU institutions and are keen to deepen it
What do I need to apply?

Three documents in English:

How do I apply?

Please send the required documents to tania.zadera@eeas.europa.eu by 24 March. The subject line should be ‘Application for EUVP 2026’.

The results will be announced in the summer-autumn of 2025, and the trip will occur in 2026. You will be able to choose your convenient dates.

Good to know
  • This programme is unsuitable for students, industrialists, bankers, and lawyers working in the private sector.

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