The European Youth Orienteering Championships are open to:

• Women - 16 (W16) up to 16 years old, born in 1997 and later

• Women - 18 (W18) up to 18 years old, born in 1995 and later

• Men - 16 (M16) up to 16 years old, born in 1997 and later

• Men - 18 (M18) up to 18 years old, born in 1995 and later

All competitors must have a valid passport of the country they are representing.

Each nation is allowed a maximum of 4 officials (team leaders).

Sprint event and long distance event:

Each nation may enter a maximum of 4 competitors in each class.

Relay (3 legs):

Each nation may be represented by one relay team of 3 competitors in each class.