Eurodesk is a European youth information network created in 1990 to help young people experience the world and become active citizens. The Eurodesk network offers information services to young people and those who work with them on European opportunities in the education, training and youth fields, and the involvement of young people in European activities. Eurodesk is free of charge, and that is one of the Eurodesk 10 key principles. Eurodesk is funded through the Erasmus+ programme as a policy support network of the EU Youth Strategy. The Eurodesk mission is to raise awareness among young people on mobility opportunities and to encourage them to become active citizens. Our guide on what Erasmus+ is describes the programme that funds the network, and what the European Solidarity Corps is covers the other programme young people ask Eurodesk about.
Last updated: October 2026.
Who is Eurodesk for?
The Eurodesk network offers information services to young people and those who work with them. Providing information and guidance for all young people is one of the Eurodesk 10 key principles. If you are a professional working with young people, visit the Eurodesk Pro Area. The information covers European opportunities in the education, training and youth fields, and the involvement of young people in European activities. The Erasmus+ Programme Guide describes the same network as offering information services to young people and those who work with them on European opportunities in the education, training and youth fields. Our guide on the role of youth workers explains who the people working with young people are, and which programme is right for you helps you pick a starting point.
What does Eurodesk do for you?
The Eurodesk network offers enquiry answering services, funding information, events and publications. Young people in Europe have numerous opportunities to take action, learn, and express their voices, and Eurodesk's thematic pages explore more about these opportunities.
📚 Learning: scholarships, youth exchanges, training programmes, and travel grants.
🤝 Volunteering: information on work camps, volunteering and youth ambassador programmes.
💼 Working: internships, au pair opportunities, work exchanges, and entrepreneurship programmes.
🌱 Making a change: fundings for youth-led projects, leadership programmes and global events.
🏆 Competing: competitions and awards.
If you already know what you are looking for, visit the Opportunity Finder. Eurodesk mobility advisors are here for you whether you have a specific project in mind or are open to new experiences. The Eurodesk network also contributes to the animation of the European Youth Portal. Our guide on how to find Erasmus+ and ESC projects shows where the open calls are published, and the 2026 EU project roadmap sets out the dates to watch.
Is Eurodesk free, and what can you expect from it?
Eurodesk is free of charge, and that is one of the Eurodesk 10 key principles. The multipliers and ambassadors of Eurodesk offer free-of-charge services to young people and those supporting them.
The Eurodesk key principles:
✅ Works with qualified and trained staff.
✅ Is free of charge.
✅ Takes into account the individual's requirements.
✅ Provides information and guidance for all young people.
✅ Provides neutral information.
✅ Refers to other information services.
✅ Enables access to local and regional info across Europe.
✅ Provides information based on testimonials and true stories.
✅ Refers especially to financial support programmes.
✅ Works with verified and trusted sources.
Our guide on how we verify every opportunity explains the checks behind each listing, and how to spot fake offers covers the warning signs.
Where does Eurodesk operate, and who runs the network?
Eurodesk counts on a network of 38 Eurodesk Centres connected to over 3 500 local information providers in 36 European countries. The members of Eurodesk are the 38 national Eurodesk offices present in 36 countries. National coordinators deliver youth information services in their country and manage a network of 3 500+ multipliers and ambassadors. The European Solidarity Corps Guide describes the Eurodesk network as present in all countries participating in the European Solidarity Corps. The Erasmus+ Programme Guide describes the same network as present in all EU Member States and third countries associated to the Programme.
Eurodesk Brussels Link undertakes the overall coordination of the network. Each National Eurodesk then federates its network of multipliers and ambassadors, which are regional or local organisations working with young people, delivering youth information, and advising them on mobility opportunities. The multipliers and ambassadors of Eurodesk include youth information centres, youth organisations, educational institutions, and local governments. You will find your nearest Eurodesk info point on the Eurodesk interactive map. For more information on Eurodesk, go to eurodesk.eu. Our guide on which countries can take part lists where you can apply from, and opportunities for young people outside the EU covers the rest of the world.
What does Eurodesk Brussels Link do?
Eurodesk Brussels Link serves as the coordination office for the network. Eurodesk Brussels Link runs large campaigns, such as Time to Move, and supports everyone in the network with tools, information, and training. Eurodesk Brussels Link also works with the European Commission to run the European Youth Portal and its helpdesk. Eurodesk also runs various information portals, including the European Youth Portal, and social media channels to reach young people. Eurodesk began life in March 1990 as a small regional helpdesk in Edinburgh. Today, Eurodesk operates in 36 countries. Our guide on how to find Erasmus+ and ESC projects shows where the opportunities appear.
How is Eurodesk connected to the European Youth Portal?
The Eurodesk network contributes to the animation of the European Youth Portal. The European Youth Portal offers European and national information and opportunities that are of interest to young people who are living, learning and working in Europe. The European Youth Portal provides information in 28 languages. Eurodesk Brussels Link works with the European Commission to run the European Youth Portal and its helpdesk. The European Solidarity Corps Portal is integrated into the European Youth Portal and accessible via the EU Initiatives menu. To access the European Youth Portal, go to youth.europa.eu. Our guide on how to register on the ESC Portal walks through the account, and how to apply for Erasmus+ or ESC takes the application one step at a time.
What other bodies are involved in the implementation of the European Solidarity Corps?
Apart from the European Commission, the Executive Agency and the National Agencies, the following bodies provide complementary expertise to the implementation of the Corps. SALTO (Support for Advanced Learning and Training Opportunities) Resource Centres are structures mainly supported through the Erasmus+ and European Solidarity Corps Programmes aiming to improve the quality of projects in the field of youth and education. Our guide on what National Agencies are explains the SALTO Resource Centres and the European Solidarity Corps Resource Centre that support the programmes.
Frequently asked questions
Does Eurodesk charge anything?
Eurodesk is free of charge, and that is one of the Eurodesk 10 key principles. The multipliers and ambassadors of Eurodesk offer free-of-charge services to young people and those supporting them.
When was Eurodesk created?
Eurodesk is a European youth information network created in 1990 to help young people experience the world and become active citizens. Eurodesk began life in March 1990 as a small regional helpdesk in Edinburgh.
Is Eurodesk part of Erasmus+?
Eurodesk is funded through the Erasmus+ programme as a policy support network of the EU Youth Strategy. The Eurodesk network is supported through the Erasmus+ Programme.
How do you find your nearest Eurodesk?
You will find your nearest Eurodesk info point on the Eurodesk interactive map.
In how many languages does the European Youth Portal give information?
The European Youth Portal provides information in 28 languages.
Where do you find European Solidarity Corps opportunities?
The European Solidarity Corps Portal is integrated into the European Youth Portal and accessible via the EU Initiatives menu. Our guide on how to register on the ESC Portal walks through the account.
What does SALTO stand for?
SALTO stands for "Support for Advanced Learning and Training Opportunities".
Start with your question
The Eurodesk network offers enquiry answering services, funding information, events and publications. Eurodesk is free of charge, and that is one of the Eurodesk 10 key principles. Our guide on how Youth Works Hub verifies every opportunity explains the checks behind each listing. Our guide on how to find Erasmus+ and ESC projects shows where to look first.
Related pages: how to find Erasmus+ and ESC projects · how to register on the ESC Portal · what National Agencies are · which programme is right for you · how to apply for Erasmus+ or ESC · how we verify every opportunity
👉 ESC projects: youthworkshub.org/category/esc-projects
👉 Erasmus+ projects: youthworkshub.org/category/erasmus-projects
