Middle East Youth Summit 2027 in Makkah: Fully Funded Application (Deadline: 10 November 2026)

Nigerian Muslim youth can apply for the Middle East Youth Summit 2027 in Makkah. See eligibility, benefits, fees, deadline and the application link.

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Are you a young Nigerian Muslim looking for a global platform to build leadership skills, meet changemakers and perform Umrah? The Middle East Youth Summit (MEYS) 2027 may be for you.

Quick answer: yes, Nigerians are eligible. The program is open to all nationalities and educational backgrounds, provided you are a Muslim within the age range. 

What Is the Middle East Youth Summit 2027?

Youth Break the Boundaries (YBB) is accepting applications for the 7th Edition of MEYS 2027, taking place in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, from 22nd to 25th March 2027. The summit brings Muslim youth from around the world together to exchange ideas, develop leadership skills and build global connections. 

The program highlights include:

-Umrah

-City tour and university visit

-Panel discussions with SDG experts

-Social project presentation

-Awarding night

Quick Facts

Detail |Information

•Organizer: Youth Break the Boundaries (YBB)

•Dates: 22–25 March 2027 (4 days)

•Location: Makkah, Saudi Arabia

•Language: Basic English, no TOEFL/IELTS

•Application deadline: 10 November 2026

•Registration fee: USD 10 (fully funded track)

Who Can Apply? (Eligibility)

•Muslim youth, aged 15 to 40. Applicants under 18 are advised to travel with a guardian. 

•No criminal record, and no affiliation with any radical or extremist organization. 

•Basic English communication.

•Ability to attend the in-person program in Makkah on the stated dates.

The summit suits students, young professionals, entrepreneurs, community leaders and anyone with a youth-led project or initiative.

What Does "Fully Funded" Cover?

The program covers airport pickup, accommodation, meals, summit access, official merchandise, local transportation, and awards for Best Project, Group and Participant. The Arabic coverage of the program adds group Umrah. 

Read this carefully before applying:

-Funding is provided through a reimbursement system. Visa, personal expenses and flight tickets are not included. The official site confirms that payments do not cover flight tickets and visa expenses. 

-Fully funded spots are allocated based on the quality of registrants.

Per the organizers' FAQ, all registrants, including fully funded applicants, must complete the required payments to confirm participation. Budget for your flight, visa and personal costs.

If you aren't selected for full funding, you can still participate through the self-funded scheme. 

Selection Timeline

Fully funded registration: 1 September – 10 November 2026 

Interviews: 1–10 January 2027 

Final fully funded announcement: 11–20 January 2027 

Summit: 22–25 March 2027

How to Apply

•Visit the official website and read the 2027 registration guidelines.

•Create an account and complete the online form.

•Upload the required documents.

•Pay the registration fee.

•Fully funded applicants also complete the essay and interview stages.

👉 Apply here: https://middleeastyouthsummit.com

Safety tip: The organizers advise registering only through the program's official website to avoid misinformation or fraudulent sources. Don't pay any third party or agent. (worldyouthfest)

Tips for Nigerian Applicants

Check that your international passport is valid for at least six months. Start your visa planning early, since the program doesn't cover visa fees.

Write your essay around a real community project, ideally tied to the SDGs.

Use the full window: the deadline is 10 November 2026, so don't wait for the last week.

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