United Nations Grant 2026 | Intensive Training Program at The Hague Academy

The 2026 United Nations Fellowship in International Law offers a unique opportunity for legal professionals, particularly government officials and university professors from developing countries, to delve into the intricacies of international law. The program will be held at The Hague Academy of International Law in the Netherlands, from June 29 to July 31, 2026 .The program aims to provide participants (up to a maximum of 20 participants) with advanced practical knowledge about the legal work of the United Nations, through lectures given by the world’s leading judges and academic experts.

1. Summary of the UN Fellowship 2026

2. Financial advantages and benefits (comprehensive coverage)

The United Nations will cover all costs to ensure the participant’s full-time availability:

• Travel: Economy class flight tickets to and from your country.
• Accommodation: Coverage of accommodation costs in The Hague.
• Health insurance: Comprehensive medical insurance for the entire duration of the program.
• Training materials: All legal books and references are provided free of charge.
• Fees: Coverage of registration fees at The Hague Academy of International Law.
• Living allowance: A financial allowance (Stipend) to cover other daily expenses.

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3. Eligibility requirements: Who can apply?

• Nationality: The applicant must be from a developing country or an emerging economy.
• Professional background: Government legal officers, diplomats, or young professors of international law.
• Academic qualification: University degree in law with practical professional experience in international law.
• Commitment: To pledge to attend the entire program without interruption.

4. Key training topics

The program will cover intensive seminars in:

• The law of treaties and international responsibility.
• Peaceful settlement of international disputes.
• International human rights law and humanitarian law.
• Law of the Sea and International Environmental Law.
• International criminal law and trade and investment law.

5. Practical application steps

• Official website: Go to the United Nations Codification Division page.
• Fill out the online form: Complete “Part One” of the online application.
• Document preparation: Download the application form (Part 2), sign it, and then scan it.
• Emailing: Send two copies of “Part Two” (one Word copy and one signed PDF) to the address ilfp@un.org.
• Deadline: Make sure your message arrives before midnight on March 30, 2026.