Youth Volunteer Overseas

The Youth Volunteer Overseas scheme supports overseas voluntary work experiences for young people coordinated by locally registered Voluntary Organisations. YVO supports international voluntary service in Africa, Asia, Gulf Countries or South America. Additionally, European voluntary projects are also considered when the projects cannot be supported under any other EU programmes or schemes.


Eligibility

  • The maximum number of mobilities is eight (8) youths per calendar year 
  • Volunteers must be between 18 to 35 years old.
  • VOs can also apply for two (2) leader mobilities per calendar year. The leader can be above the age of 35.
  • The duration of the voluntary experience must be between two (2) weeks and three (3) months.

How it works

  1. Application

    Youth Volunteer applications for overseas voluntary work must be submitted at least two (2) calendar months prior to mobility.

  2. Assessment

    Host approval is awarded on a project by project basis. Please check guidelines for assessment criteria.

  3. Financial Allowance

    Maximum number of mobilities which can be approved is 8 youths and 2 leaders per calendar year.

    The programme shall cover the following:
    a. A per diem allowance of €15
    b. 80% travel expenses (flights)
    c. Travel and health insurance. 

    The maximum financial allocation for each Youth Volunteer or Leader shall be €2,500.

Guidelines

Login to apply

Please login using the credentials set on the VO Funding Portal. If you don't have a Voluntary Organisation account, register to recruit volunteers.