Q: What are the eligibility requirements I must meet to volunteer?
A: Glasgow 2026 is the Games for everyone and we’re looking for volunteers that reflect the diverse communities of Glasgow, Scotland, and the UK.
Volunteers must meet the following criteria:
- You must be at least 16 years old by 1st September 2025.
- You must be available to volunteer for the full duration of the Games (23 July to 2 August 2026) and commit to completing a minimum of six volunteer shifts;
- You must be able to speak and read English or communicate using British Sign Language (BSL);
- You must be eligible to volunteer in the UK;
- You must agree and pass relevant security risk assessment checks;
- You will be required to accept the volunteer role and venue you are offered;
You must attend and complete all required training.
Q: What does the Security Risk Assessment Check consist of?
A: All volunteers must undergo a security risk assessment check. This is a common requirement for major events. Glasgow 2026 will ask for personal information in your application form, such as name, email address, date of birth, nationality and identification that will be used as part of our security risk assessment. This will ensure we have a safe Games for everyone.
Q: Is there a minimum age to volunteer?
A: Due to the nature of the roles, training and preparation that everyone will be asked to undertake, volunteers must be aged at least 16 as of 1st September 2025.
Q: What language requirements will there be to volunteer?
A: Volunteers must be able to speak and read English or communicate using British Sign Language (BSL), although English does not need to be your first language.