International Evaluations

All our sites are reviewed annually and awarded for an operating season, which can last up to a full year.

The International Jury reviews the applicants twice a year, in April for the Northern Hemisphere evaluation and in September for the Southern Hemisphere evaluation.

International Blue Flag Jury

The International Blue Flag Jury forms part of the international evaluation and governance of the Blue Flag programme.

The Jury reviews applications and evaluation information submitted through the Blue Flag network in accordance with the applicable Blue Flag procedures. It contributes independent expertise and supports the consistent interpretation and application of Blue Flag requirements internationally.

The International Jury brings together representatives and experts from organisations and institutions with expertise relevant to the programme, including environmental management, environmental education, bathing water quality, accessibility, safety, tourism and coastal and marine management.

The composition and role of the International Jury are defined within the Blue Flag programme’s governance and evaluation procedures.