United Nations International Law Fellowship Programme 2026 in The Hague (Fully Funded): Apply by 30 March 2026

Overview

The United Nations International Law Fellowship Programme is a globally respected training initiative designed to strengthen international legal capacity worldwide. It offers participants a unique opportunity to expand their understanding of public international law under the guidance of leading scholars and practitioners.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, in-depth training to qualified professionals, particularly government officials, legal advisors, and educators from developing countries and emerging economies.
• Foster a collaborative learning environment where ideas, insights, and experiences can be shared openly.
• Cover a wide range of topics including treaty law, international responsibility, peaceful settlement of disputes, international human rights law, environmental law, humanitarian law, law of the sea, international trade, and international criminal law.
• Require active engagement and contribution through interactive discussions.

Requirements

• Legal background with professional experience in international law.
• Fluency in English (documentation required if not primary language).
• Commitment to attending the full programme.
• Application requires a completed form, a “Letter of Transmission” signed by a senior official from the nominating institution, and evidence of English proficiency.

Benefits

• For selected fellowship recipients, the United Nations covers economy-class travel, accommodation, medical insurance, training materials, participation in all programme activities, and the registration fee for the public international law session.
• Stipend based on local living costs to cover daily expenses.
• Self-funded participants attend the same lectures, receive the same materials, and earn the same certificate.
• Certificates awarded to participants who complete the programme in its entirety.

Location

The Hague, Netherlands (for the 2026 session)

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted by email to the programme administrators. Access application details here.

Deadline

30 March 2026