Whether you have made your choice between several programs, changed your mind, or need to cancel your plans, you are free to cancel your application. If you paid your deposit, you can reuse it for another program with the Flex-Option.
To avoid any misunderstandings and keep the host organizations informed of your plans, here's how to cancel your application in a few clicks: Canceling your application promptly is courteous and helps others. By doing so, you allow the project coordinator to offer your spot to another volunteer, ensuring smooth project operations. It also prevents unnecessary follow-ups or communications from the coordination team.
If you don’t cancel your application promptly, there are typically no immediate consequences. However, it is still good practice to inform the project coordinator so they can offer your place to someone else. This helps maintain operational efficiency and shows professionalism in your interactions with volunteering projects.
1. Log in to your Volunteer World account and click on the tab "Trips".
2. Click on the "Details" button on the application overview that you want to cancel.
3. Click on the "Cancel Application" button at the bottom of the page.
Q: Do I need to contact the project team directly to cancel my application?
A: Volunteer World provides a centralized cancellation process through its platform, through this step the organization will also be notified about your cancellation.
Q: Can I cancel multiple applications at once?
A: If you’ve applied to more than one project, each application needs to be canceled individually. Refer to the help resources for specific instructions.
Q: What if I can’t find the help articles?A: Contact the Volunteer World support team. They are equipped to assist you with any hurdles in the cancellation process.
If you have already paid your deposit, you have the possibility to reuse it with the Flex Option.
Note: Our refund conditions only apply if the cancellation is initiated by the host organization.