The organizing committee for the 2027 Seoul World Youth Day (WYD) announced on October 22 that the registration system for the event is now open, allowing youth from around the globe to register for participation.
Coinciding with the launch of the registration system, the Vatican released a video message from Pope Leo XIV, inviting young people worldwide to attend the World Youth Day in Seoul. In his message, the Pope stated, "Today, as we begin the registration for the World Youth Day, I sincerely invite each and every one of you to come to Seoul. Let us embark together on a pilgrimage of faith, friendship, and hope." He also expressed his eagerness to meet the youth, saying, "I look forward to the day I can meet you in Seoul."
The bishops of the Archdiocese of Seoul also responded to the Pope's invitation by sharing a video of Archbishop Jung Soon-taek and youth participating in the registration process.
The 41st World Youth Day will take place in Seoul from August 3 to 8, 2027, bringing together young people from various countries to share their faith in an international gathering. Registration will be conducted through the official website linked to the event. The registration forms will be available in six official languages: Korean, English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, and Italian.
Registration is primarily conducted in groups. National bishops' conferences, dioceses, parishes, religious orders, and Catholic communities can form pilgrimage groups with their youth for registration. Individuals or small groups wishing to participate are encouraged to join existing groups from their parishes or dioceses.
Participation packages will be available in 11 different types, depending on the duration of participation, accommodation, meals, transportation, insurance, and pilgrim kits. The participation fee ranges from $70 to $340. Pilgrimage groups can select packages that suit their schedules and needs.
Minors must obtain written consent from a parent or legal guardian and must be accompanied by an adult leader who has been entrusted with their care. Participants requiring a visa to enter South Korea and those with disabilities must provide relevant information during the registration process.
For more details regarding registration, please refer to the FAQ section on the official website of the 2027 Seoul World Youth Day.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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