UNV registration 2026

Are you interested in volunteering with the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme but don’t know how to create a UNV account?

This step-by-step guide will show you how to register on the official UNV platform, create your candidate account, verify your email, and complete your minimum candidate profile.

This is Part 1 of the UNV registration guide. Follow each step carefully before moving on to the next stage.

Important: Always use the official UNV platform when creating your account. Do not pay individuals or unofficial agents to create your UNV profile for you.

What Is UNV?

United Nations Volunteers (UNV) is a United Nations programme that supports volunteering for peace and development around the world.

People interested in UNV opportunities need to create and maintain a candidate profile on the official UNV platform. Your profile provides information about your background, education, experience, skills and other relevant details.

Before you can apply for a UNV assignment, you need to complete the required minimum information on your candidate profile.

How to Create a UNV Account

Follow the steps below to create your account on the official UNV platform.

Step 1: Visit the Official UNV Platform

To begin your registration, visit the official UNV platform:

👉 https://app.unv.org/

If the link does not open directly, copy it and paste it into the address bar of Google Chrome or another trusted web browser, then press Enter.

You should be taken to the official United Nations Volunteers platform.

Important UNV Registration Warning

Be careful when searching for people who claim they can create a UNV account or secure a UN volunteer opportunity for you for a fee.

You should create your account yourself through the official UNV platform.

Never share your UNV password, email verification code, passport, identification documents or other sensitive information with an unknown person simply because they claim to be an UNV agent.

Step 2: Select Your Preferred Language

After opening the UNV platform, check the available language options.

If you are more comfortable with English, you can continue using English.

If you understand French better, you may select French where the platform provides that option.

Choosing a language you understand well is important because you will be entering personal, educational and professional information into your profile.

The goal is to make sure you understand what you are submitting.

Step 3: Create Your UNV Account

Look for the option:

Log in / Sign up

Then select:

Sign up now

The registration process will ask you to provide information such as your email address and other personal details required to create your account.

Follow the instructions displayed on the screen.

You will also need to:

• Verify your email address
• Create a secure password
• Accept the applicable terms of use
• Provide the information requested during registration

What Is the Minimum Age for UNV Registration?

According to UNV, candidates must be at least 18 years old to create an account.

Therefore, make sure you meet the age requirement before starting your registration.

Step 4: Select “I’m a Candidate”

After successfully creating your account, the platform may ask you to identify the type of account you want to use.

Select:

👉 I’m a candidate

This identifies you as someone interested in UNV opportunities and assignments.

Once you complete this stage, you have created your candidate account.

However, creating an account is not the same thing as completing your UNV application profile.

There is another important step.

Step 5: Complete Your UNV Candidate Profile

After logging into your account, look for:

👉 Complete your candidate profile

You may also be able to access your profile by clicking on your profile icon and selecting:

👉 Edit

This is where you provide the information needed to build your UNV candidate profile.

Pay close attention to fields marked with an asterisk (*), as these indicate required information.

Complete the required sections carefully and make sure the information you provide is accurate.

Why Is Completing Your UNV Profile Important?

Creating your UNV account is only the beginning.

UNV indicates that candidates need to complete a minimum candidate profile before they can apply for an assignment.

Therefore, don’t stop immediately after creating your account.

Take your time to complete the required information accurately.

UNV Registration Checklist

Before you move to the next stage, make sure you have:

✅ Visited the official UNV platform
✅ Created your account
✅ Verified your email address
✅ Created your password
✅ Accepted the terms of use
✅ Selected “I’m a candidate”
✅ Logged into your candidate account
✅ Started completing your candidate profile
✅ Provided the required information marked with (*)

Important Tips Before Creating Your UNV Profile

1. Use an active email address

Use an email account that you can access because you may need it for verification and future communication.

2. Keep your password private

Never send your password to someone claiming to be helping you with UNV registration.

3. Use accurate information

Your candidate profile should contain truthful and accurate information about your education, skills, work experience and other relevant qualifications.

4. Avoid unofficial registration agents

You do not need to hand over control of your account to someone simply because they claim to know how UNV registration works.

Learn how to use the official platform yourself.

5. Double-check your information

Before moving forward, review the information you have entered. A simple spelling or information error can create problems later.

What Comes After Creating a UNV Account?

Creating your account is only Part 1 of the process.

After registering, you will need to work on your candidate profile and provide relevant information about yourself before applying for suitable UNV assignments.

In Part 2, we can look at the next stage and how to properly prepare your UNV candidate profile.

Frequently Asked Questions About UNV Registration

How do I register for UNV?

You can start by visiting the official UNV platform at app.unv.org, creating an account, verifying your email address and selecting “I’m a candidate.”

Is UNV registration free?

Use the official UNV platform for registration and be cautious of anyone asking you for money simply to create your UNV account.

How old must I be to create a UNV account?

UNV states that candidates must be at least 18 years old to create an account.

Can someone create my UNV account for me?

It is safer to create and control your own account. Do not give another person your password, verification codes or sensitive personal documents.

Do I need to complete my profile before applying?

Yes. UNV indicates that a minimum candidate profile must be completed before you can apply for an assignment.

What website should I use for UNV registration?

Use the official UNV application platform:

https://app.unv.org

Final Reminder

If you are planning to apply for United Nations Volunteer opportunities, don’t rush through the registration process.

Create your account using the official platform, keep your login details secure and carefully complete your candidate profile.

Champion, as soon as you successfully create your UNV account, come back for Part 2. We’ll continue from where you stopped and look at how to prepare your candidate profile properly.

Part 1: Create Your UNV Account ✅
Part 2: Complete Your UNV Candidate Profile — Coming Next