United Nations International LAW Fellowship 2026 in Netherlands (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open for the United Nations International Law Fellowship Programme 2026. This is a fully funded summer training programme in international law. It is made for qualified professionals , especially government officials and teachers of international law from developing countries and countries with emerging economies. The main goal is to help them gain deeper knowledge of international law and the legal work of the United Nations.

The programme runs from 29 June to 31 July 2026 (5 weeks) at the Peace Palace in The Hague, Netherlands. Participants will join interactive lectures, seminars, and the Public International Law Session at The Hague Academy of International Law. They will learn from top experts, share ideas with people from different countries, and receive an official certificate at the end. 20 fully funded places are available. Self-funded places are also open. The application deadline is 30 March 2026. There is no application fee at any stage. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details

• Programme Name: United Nations International Law Fellowship Programme
• Host Country: Netherlands
• Duration: 5 weeks (29 June – 31 July 2026)
• Language: English
• Application Deadline: 30 March 2026
• Open to: Only developing countries and countries with emerging economies
• Application Fee: None

What This Scholarship Offers

• Economy class travel ticket
• Free accommodation
• Medical insurance
• All training materials
• Registration fee for The Hague Academy
• A modest stipend to cover food and daily living costs

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Programme Overview & Course Structure

The programme is a summer course held entirely in-person at the Peace Palace in The Hague, Netherlands.

Daily format (approximately):

• Mornings: Public International Law Session at The Hague Academy of International Law
• Afternoons: Lectures and seminars organized by the UN Codification Division

(For the remaining period, all sessions are run by the Codification Division.)

The training uses interactive seminars and discussions for maximum exchange of views.

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Topics Covered:

• Introduction to international law
• Treaty law
• International responsibility
• Law of diplomatic and consular relations
• International peace and security
• Peaceful settlement of international disputes
• International human rights law
• Law of the sea
• International humanitarian law
• International criminal law
• International environmental law
• International trade law
• International investment law

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Who Can Apply? (Eligibility)

• Legal background + professional experience in international law
• Fluent in English (if English is not your mother tongue or language of instruction, you must attach valid proof – e.g., language certificate, diploma, or proof of extensive work in English)
• Able to attend the full programme (no partial attendance)

Note: Current UN staff members are not eligible for funded fellowships but may apply as self-funded participants.

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How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Download the application form from the official website: Click Here
2. Complete the form in English (typewritten, clear and detailed). Attach extra pages if needed.
3. Get the Letter of Transmission signed by a senior official of your nominating institution (government, university, intergovernmental or non-governmental organization).
4. Prepare two versions of the completed application:
   • One scanned copy of the signed original (PDF or JPG)
   • One electronic MS Word version
5. Email both versions to: [email protected]

Deadline: 30 March 2026 (midnight, any time zone)

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