FAQ
Everybody who is 18 years old by 1st of May 2021, and she/he has sufficient English-speaking skills to communicate with other participants at the event. The Volunteer Program is open for everyone who meets these two requirements plus available for the four match days at minimum. There is no other restriction, we welcome everyone regardless of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation and religion.
Yes, although you have to be aware that we do not provide accommodation for volunteers and cannot cover their travel costs either.
Unfortunately no, unless you turn 18 by 1st of May, 2021. This is a decision of UEFA and it applies to all of their events.
Depends on the level of disability, but as far as the applicants are able to take care of themselves, we are really happy to welcome them. The venue is accessible for people with wheelchairs and we will ensure their integration to the program as much as we can.
Yes, definitely, and they are encouraged to apply as volunteering is also a great way for obtaining new skills that can prove useful on the labour market later. Although non-formal education is less recognized in the Hungarian education system, we are happy to offer our volunteer program as an educational platform.
The application form is already closed, for updated news please always check the following website: https://euro2020.mlsz.hu/volunteer
At first, you will have to register on the website. After successful registration, you will receive a notification to your email address. If you are selected in the first round, the Volunteer Management Team will contact you and let you choose the date of your interview. After the interviews, the selected volunteers will be assigned to a role and we will make yourshift schedules as soon as possible, so you can plan ahead with it. During the kick-off event we will inform you about volunteer programme in general and give you a stadium tour; then you will receive a specific training regarding your volunteer tasks and responsabilities, as well as you will also be able to meet with your domain leader. After the event we will thank your efforts and dedication with an amazing Volunteer Party, small gifts and a diploma.
For Hungarian citizens the interview will be held in Hungarian and English to test their language skills. In case of foreigners, we will hold the interview only in English. The interviews will take approximately 30 minutes. We would like to meet with you, know more about you, your interest, experience and motivation. Nothing frightening.
We will do our best to match your preferred area and skills with the most suitable position for you, but we cannot guarantee that you will be assigned to the area of your first choice.
Are any special qualifications required for volunteer roles, and is volunteer experience considered a plus upon selection?
Experience and special skills are highly appreciated but not required.
Yes, there will be a possibility to do Skype interviews.
It depends on your role, but to be present on the match days is the minimum requirement, plus the kick-off event and role specific training (no date defined yet, but it will be close to the event’s days).
Sufficient English knowledge to communicate with the participants is a must for all the volunteers. Speaking the local language is really useful, but we are happy to welcome some international volunteers too.
Yes, every volunteer will receive a diploma at the end of the event.
Test events will be organized before the EURO 2020. More information will be released closer to the main event and we will notify our selected volunteers in advance.
What is provided for the selected volunteers and what kind of benefits can a volunteer expect during the program?
As it is based on voluntary service, no financial benefits will be offered to volunteers. On the other hand, we ensure an outstanding event management and organization skills experience in the heart of the organization of EURO 2020. Volunteers will receive accreditation, uniform, meals according to their shifts, free public transport and a diploma at the end of the event, moreover a final party with small gifts. All creating unique memories for a lifetime.
Once the application phase of the Volunteer Program starts, volunteer applications are warmly welcome. Those volunteers who have been interviewed and approved already can join us for the national football team’s matches in Hungary. We will keep them informed about this opportunity.
The Volunteer Management Team comprises the Volunteer Manager, Volunteer Coordinator and two Volunteer Assistants. Long-term Volunteers help their efforts and coordinate the big number of regular volunteers.
If you are selected as a volunteer, your personal data will be used for requesting your accreditation for the event’s duration.
The Volunteer Management Team will continuously process the applications and will notify all applicants in case of rejection and acceptance.
Please send an e-mail to the Volunteer Management Team requesting the deletion of your application.
Your picture should be taken in front of a blank background, with your face being in the center. Do not wear a hat or cap or sunglasses in the photo. The picture will be used on your accreditation if you are selected as a volunteer.
Please send an e-mail to the Volunteer Management Team requesting the deletion of your application.
Please complete all the fields in the application form. If it stills doesn’t work, try to use another browser.
I am trying to upload my profile picture, but the system does not allow it. What can be the problem?
The picture is too large or not in the right format. The file size must not exceed 30 MB and allowed extensions are ".gif", ".jpg", ".jpeg", ".png".
Go back to the Application portal and click on “I forgot my password”.
You can amend the information by sending an e-mail to the Volunteer Management Team.
You can change it by sending an e-mail request to the Volunteer Management Team.
Please check your Spam inbox. If you haven’t received any e-mail, contact the Volunteer Management Team.
Please check your Spam inbox. If you haven’t received any e-mail, contact the Volunteer Management Team.
After successfully submitting your application, you receive a confirmation e-mail with your Application ID. If you haven’t received any e-mail, please check your Spam inbox. If you don’t find an email there either, please contact the Volunteer Management Team.
All volunteers initially confirmed in January 2020 will be offered the chance to remain part of the team in 2021. Volunteers will be contacted directly by their respective local organising structure (LOS) to re-confirm their availability for summer 2021 and their willingness to participate.
In the meantime, we would like to ask for your full understanding and support. We are counting on you, your enthusiasm and positive impact on the tournament while also asking that you take all measures recommended by the public authorities to ensure your safety and well-being.
Together, let’s work towards an unforgettable tournament and a great summer in 2021!
In the meantime, we would like to ask for your full understanding and support. We are counting on you, your enthusiasm and positive impact on the tournament while also asking that you take all measures recommended by the public authorities to ensure your safety and well-being.
Together, let’s work towards an unforgettable tournament and a great summer in 2021!