Applications are now open for the 2026 Global Peace Summit in Paris, France . It's more than just a summit. This fully-funded forum will bring together leaders from around the world . The summit will take place in Paris from January 28 to 31, 2026. The program will last for 4 days. No IELTS or TOEFL certificate is required for this summit. One of the most important things is that you have a Schengen visa, which will allow you to travel to any other EU country as well. Furthermore, GPS Paris will provide you with fully-funded seats that cover return airfare , accommodation, meals , Schengen visa support , prizes, and certificates. Below are more details about the application process .

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Details about the 2026 World Peace Summit in Paris

• Host country: France
• Location : Paris
• Duration : 4 days
• Dates : January 28-31, 2026
• Benefits : Fully Funded
• Deadline: October 25, 2025

Number of seats

• Total : 200
  • Fully Funded : 20
  • Partially Funded : 55
  • Self-financing : 120
  • Social media activists : 5

Financial benefits

• The fully-funded scholarship includes : airfare (with a specified allowance), accommodation, a peace passport, a certificate, meals (breakfast and lunch), a conference bag, a cultural evening, and a gala dinner. Apply here .
• The partially funded scholarship covers : accommodation, peace passport, certificate, meals (breakfast and lunch), conference package, cultural evening, celebration party.
• Self-funded seats : They can purchase a delegate package and will be provided with equal benefits, including certificate, invitation letter, peace passport, conference kit, cultural evening gala, and celebration ceremony.

Benefits of self-financing

One of the most important advantages of the self-financing program is direct selection without the need for a pre-selection process. You will receive an invitation letter from the Global Peace Chain, enabling you to apply for a French Schengen visa. Submit your application here .

Summit Topics

• Youth as Engineers of Peace: From Protest to Politics
• Diplomacy in the Age of Conflict: Can Soft Power Still Achieve Peace?
• Peace in the Age of Displacement: Conflict, Refugees, and Human Dignity.
• France and the Future of World Peace: Diplomacy, Development, and Dialogue in a Multipolar World.

Eligibility criteria

• Open to all nationalities: You can apply regardless of your country of origin.
• Age Requirements: Applicants must be between 18 and 45 years old.
• Qualities: You must be a responsible, enthusiastic and passionate young leader.
• Focus: You must be passionate about social entrepreneurship and willing to contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
• Experience: You must be involved in social or educational activities.
• Language proficiency: IELTS or TOEFL score is not required.

weather in paris in january

Paris experiences cold winter weather in January with temperatures ranging between  2°C and 7°C .

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How to apply for the 2026 World Peace Summit in Paris?

Candidates must submit an online application through the official website. The official website link is below.