London Youth Diplomacy Forum 2027: 90 Funded Seats (40 fully funded and 50 partially funded)

Do you want to learn how diplomats think and speak? The London Youth Diplomacy Forum 2027 brings young people together in London for three days of talks and sessions on diplomacy and international relations. It runs from 2 to 4 February 2027. Some seats come with flights and housing paid. But you must also know the fee rules before you apply.

Quick Facts

Last Information checked: 26 October 2026

What the Forum Covers

The forum looks at how diplomacy is changing. It studies the role of young people in world affairs. It gives you a look at foreign policy, diplomatic communication and global decision making. The main themes are:

• Youth as Digital Diplomats
• The Making of a Diplomat
• Reconfiguring the Diplomatic Process

Ways to Join

The Youth Diplomatic Academy selection committee decides which category each applicant gets. You may apply for a funded seat and end up in a different category.

Fully Funded Benefits

• Round trip airfare
• Shared accommodation
• A forum fee waiver of up to 500 US dollars
• A visa invitation letter and support
• Designated meals
• An official certificate of participation
• Speaking chances during forum sessions
• Access to forum activities
• Official event merchandise
• Features on the organiser’s media platforms

Who Can Apply

• You are between 16 and 35 years old
• You can be from any country
• You are interested in diplomacy international relations public policy or global affairs
• You are a student a young professional an aspiring diplomat an activist or an emerging leader
• You have good communication skills and like cross cultural exchange
• You can explain why you want to attend and how it fits your goals

Key Dates

• 30 November 2026: Application deadline
• 2 to 4 February 2027: London Youth Diplomacy Forum

How To Apply

1. Open the official event page of the Youth Diplomatic Academy.
2. Choose the funded category.
3. Fill in the application form.
4. Explain your motivation and your goals.
5. Pay the application fee.
6. Submit before 30 November 2026.
7. Keep your payment receipt and your confirmation.

If you do not want to wait for the scholarship result you can use Direct Forum Access. It is a self funded place that depends on approval and on seat availability.

Visit Here to Apply

Check These Before You Pay

This forum asks for an application fee. That is normal for some events. But you should always check the terms before you pay.

• Know the fee rule. The fee is 29 US dollars. It is refundable only if you are selected in the fully funded category. If you are placed in the partially funded or self-funded category, you should expect to lose it. Another forum from the same organiser has the same rule
• Know the odds. There are 40 fully funded seats. Many applicants will not get one
• Plan for a lower category. If you only get a partial place, you still need to pay for flights, housing and meals unless the organiser says otherwise
• A visa letter is not a visa. An invitation letter helps your visa application. It does not promise that you will get a UK visa
• Pay only on the official site. Do not send money to people who message you on social media
• Find the self-funded fee. Another forum from the organiser listed Direct Access at 399 to 549 euros. I did not see the fee for London. Ask before you choose that route

Mistakes To Avoid

• Thinking every funded seat covers flights and housing
• Paying the fee without reading the refund rule
• Choosing Direct Forum Access before you know your funding result and your total cost
• Forgetting that your visa is your own job
• Missing the deadline of 30 November 2026
• Using a weak motivation that only says you love diplomacy