Abu Dhabi, UAE · January 2027

Your Talent
Deserves a
Global Stage

A fully funded 5-day international conference at Rosewood Abu Dhabi. Flights. Visa. Hotel. Meals. Everything covered.

Rosewood Abu Dhabi  ·  January 2027  ·  5 Days

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5Days in Abu Dhabi
100%Fully Funded
$500KGrant Up For Grabs
5★Rosewood Abu Dhabi
₦25KTo Secure Your Seat
02 — What's Included

Everything Is
Taken Care Of

From the moment you're accepted, we handle everything. You show up. We do the rest.

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Round Trip Flight
Lagos to Abu Dhabi and back. Your flight ticket is fully covered — economy class, direct or connecting.
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UAE Visa Processing
We handle and fund your UAE visa application from start to finish. All you need is a valid Nigerian passport.
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Rosewood Abu Dhabi
Five nights at one of the UAE's most prestigious addresses. Accommodation fully covered for all delegates.
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All Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner — covered for all 5 days. You will never need to reach for your wallet for food.
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Full Conference Access
Keynotes, panel sessions, workshops, networking events and the $500K pitch competition — all included.
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UAE Guided Tour
Two full days exploring Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Transport, entry fees and guided experience — all free.
03 — The $500K Grant $500K

No Equity  ·  No Repayment  ·  No Strings

Every delegate gets the chance to pitch their startup, business idea or innovation to a panel of judges. The winner walks away with half a million dollars — free and clear.

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No equity taken
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No repayment required
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Open to all delegates
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Ideas and early-stage welcome
I Want to Pitch
04 — The Programme

Five Days.
One Life-Changing Trip.

Day 01
Arrival & Welcome
  • Airport pickup
  • Check-in at Rosewood
  • Delegate orientation
  • Welcome dinner
Day 02
Conference Day One
  • Opening keynotes
  • Panel discussions
  • Breakout workshops
  • Networking evening
Day 03
Pitches & The Grant
  • Morning sessions
  • Startup pitch competition
  • Judges deliberate
  • $500K winner announced
Day 04
Abu Dhabi Tour
  • Sheikh Zayed Mosque
  • The Corniche
  • Yas Island
  • Group dinner
Day 05
Dubai & Departures
  • Dubai day trip
  • Burj Khalifa area
  • Closing dinner
  • Departures
05 — Who Should Apply

Built for Nigeria's
Next Generation

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Students & Graduates
You're finishing your degree or recently graduated and you're ready to think bigger. This conference puts you in rooms most people your age will never enter.
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Young Professionals
You have 1 to 5 years of experience and you know there's more out there. GTC is where your network stops being local and starts being global.
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Early Founders
You're building something real. Pitch it to the judges. Win $500,000 with no equity and no strings. This is the fuel your startup has been waiting for.
06 — FAQ

Common Questions

Yes — completely. When we say fully funded, we mean it. Your round trip flight ticket from Lagos to Abu Dhabi, your UAE visa application and processing fees, 5 nights accommodation at Rosewood Abu Dhabi, all meals throughout the 5 days, your conference materials and delegate kit, access to every session, and a fully guided 2-day tour of Abu Dhabi and Dubai — all of it is covered. You arrive, we handle everything else.
The ₦25,000 is a commitment fee. It confirms that you are serious about attending and secures your slot in the application pool. It is not a payment for your flights, visa or hotel — those are fully covered by us. If your application is unsuccessful, you will receive a full refund within 14 business days.
The application deadline is October 31st, 2026. No applications will be accepted after this date under any circumstances. We strongly recommend applying early as seats are limited and the selection process is competitive.
All applicants will be notified at the same time after the October 31st deadline. We review every application as a single batch and release results in November 2026. Successful applicants receive a formal acceptance email with next steps. Unsuccessful applicants are also notified and refunded.
Yes. You must hold a valid Nigerian passport to attend. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond January 2027. We handle the UAE visa — you just need the passport.
Yes — any registered delegate can pitch. You do not need an existing business or a registered company. If you have an idea, an MVP, or an early-stage business you are building, you are eligible. The grant is $500,000 with no equity taken and no repayment required.
Absolutely. Global Talent Summit is open to Nigerians across all states. Flight arrangements will be coordinated from Lagos — if you are based outside Lagos, you will need to make your own way to Lagos for departure. Full logistics details are sent to all accepted delegates in November 2026.
We are happy to help. Click the WhatsApp button on this page to chat with our team directly. You can also email us at hello@globaltalentsummit.net. We respond to all messages within 24 hours on business days.
07 — Apply Now

Secure Your Seat

Applications close October 31st, 2026. Complete the form below and pay your ₦25,000 commitment fee to enter the selection process.

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