Next Application Round of DiscoverEU Opening 8 Apr

Posted on 25 Mar 2026

Are you working with 18-year-olds who are eager to embrace the adventure of a lifetime? The next application round of DiscoverEU will open from the 8 - 22 April 2026! 

Are you 18 years old and resident of one of the EU Member States or third countries associated to Erasmus+? Get ready to explore Europe!

When is the next round?

It will take place between 8 and 22 April 2026 (opening and closure at 12:00:00 midday Brussels time), just before the European Youth Week 2026. An ‘Apply Now’ button will appear on this page on D-Day.

DiscoverEU is an action of the Erasmus+ programme that offers 18-year-olds the opportunity to explore Europe’s diversity, learn about its cultural heritage and history, and connect with people from all over the continent.

Find out more here.

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