The application window for one of the most-awaited United Nations fellowships in Europe is now open for application. You heard it right. The United Nations has announced the call for applications for its flagship “UN International Law Fellowship Program 2026“, A prestigious 5-week short-term fellowship program organized by the Codification Division of the United Nations Office of Legal Affairs, scheduled to take place in The Hague, Netherlands, from June 29 to July 31, 2026. The fellowship aims to invite qualified professionals, such as government officials and teachers working in international law from developing and emerging economies countries to apply and have an opportunity to enhance their skills and deepen their knowledge in international law and gain valubale insights into the legal work of the United Nations.
A total of 20 participants will be selected under this fellowship programme. The fellowship offers a wide range of perks and benefits to the selected participants, such as round-trip class airfare, a monthly stipend, accommodation, medical insurance, access to all training materials, and more. The fellowship will be entirely conducted in English. During the program, the fellows will attend lectures and seminars in international law led by prominent international law scholars and practitioners from different countries. No application fee is required; the application process is online via the official portal.
Individuals interested in the fellowship must submit their applications by March 30th, 2026. We highly encourage candidates with a legal background to apply for this programme and have an immersive, hands-on training in the heart of Europe. In this post, we will cover all the details such as the UN International Law fellowship eligiblity, financial support, and application process. Stay with us, read the complete details below, and apply.
UN International Law Fellowship Program 2026: Overview
- Host Country: Netherlands
- Location: Peace Palace, Hague, Netherlands
- Duration: 5 Weeks
- Fellowship Dates: June 29 – 31 July, 2026
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- No of Participants: 20
- Application Deadline: March 30th, 2026
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Fellowship Topics
The following topics will be covered in the lectures and seminars of the fellowship:
- Introduction to international law
- International environmental law
- Diplomatic and consular law
- International human rights law
- International humanitarian law
- Law of the sea
- International trade law
- International
- Treaty law
- International responsibility
- International peace and security
- Peaceful settlement of international disputes
- International criminal law
Eligiblity Criteria
Individuals meeting the following criteria are invited to apply for the law fellowship:
- Nationality: Applicants from developing or emerging economies can apply
- Professional background: Intended for qualified professionals (Government officials or teachers in international law)
- Experience: Must possess professional experience in the area of international law
- Qualification: Have completed a first-level university degree in Law
- Language: Fluency in the English language
- Age Requirement: Must be between 24 and 45 years of age
- Must commit to full-time participation during fellowship dates
- Must be medically fit to attend the fellowship
Fellowship Coverage
The fellows will recieve following support:
- Round-trip economy-class airfare coverage
- Accommodation for the fellowship duration
- A competitive monthly allowance
- Comprehensive medical coverage
- Full Registration Fees
Required Documents
- Current CV
- Academic Transcripts
- Medical Certificate
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How to Apply for the UN Law Fellowship Programme?
Applicants interested in the fellowship need to complete a two-part application process:
Application 1: Complete the online application form via offical UN Forms portal
Application 2: Download the eight-page application form from the UN OLA portal, complete it in English
Submit the application along with supporting documents to ilfp@un.org.
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APPLY FOR INTERNATIONAL LAW FELLOWSHIP
- Application Deadline: March 30th, 2026
- Result Notification: April 24th, 2026
