How to Apply
Please follow the steps below to complete your application for the AIFA International Music Competition (2026 Spring Edition).
Application Schedule (2026 Edition)
Entry period: January 15 — April 1 (based on international time zones)
Results announcement: around May 10 (subject to minor adjustments; any delays will be announced on this website)
Application Steps
Step 1 — Check Categories & Rules
Review age groups, repertoire, and video guidelines to confirm your category.
Step 2 — Prepare Your Video
Record your performance and upload it to YouTube as Unlisted. Editing, audio replacement, or effects are not allowed.
Step 3 — Pay the Participation Fee
Choose the appropriate entry option and pay securely via PayPal. Please complete the payment before submitting the entry form.
Step 4 — Submit Entry Form
After payment, fill in the online entry form with your details, repertoire, and video link. For minors, a parent or guardian must provide consent for participation.
Pay Entry Fee (2026 Spring Edition)
Please select one option below. Early Bird and combined discounts apply based on the payment date. After payment, keep your PayPal transaction ID and enter it in the entry form.
Standard
US$110
For regular entries.
Early Bird
US$90
Available until February 28.
Early Bird + 1st Prize Discount
US$85
For participants who have won 1st prize in another competition and pay by February 28.
1st Prize Discount
US$105
For participants who have won 1st prize in another competition (after the Early Bird period).
Your application is complete only when both the payment and the entry form have been received.