Enter competition to be Consul General Istanbul For a Day 2026
What was announced
The British Consulate General in Istanbul is inviting young people aged 18 to 24 who live in Türkiye to enter a competition to be Consul General for a day.
Key points, in the publisher's words
- The world is constantly changing, and young people have an important role to play in shaping its future. Their ideas, perspectives and ambitions can help address the challenges we face today and create a better tomorrow.
- As we look ahead to 2027, we are inviting young people in Türkiye to share their hopes for the future and the changes they would like to see in the world. The competition offers the winner an opportunity to learn more about the work of the British Consulate General in Istanbul and experience a day in the life of the Consul General.
- You can enter this competition if, at the time of applying, you:
Who and where
Countries
Where this sits in the 10 levels of power
Topics, as GOV.UK files them: Foreign affairs.
Receipt
- Original: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/enter-competition-to-be-consul-general-istanbul-for-a-day-2026
- Published 2026-10-31 10:06:11 UTC
- Read by this site 2026-10-31 10:15:10 UTC from GOV.UK
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