The International Law Fellowship Programme (ILFP) 2026 is a prestigious fully funded training programme organized by the United Nations Office of Legal Affairs. It takes place in The Hague, the international city of peace and justice. The programme is designed for government officials and qualified professionals from developing countries working in the field of international law. It aims to strengthen participants’ expertise in international legal frameworks and enhance their ability to contribute effectively to global cooperation.
About the Program
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Host Organization: United Nations Office
of Legal Affairs
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Location: The Hague, Netherlands
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Duration: Approximately 6 weeks
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Programme Language (2026): English
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Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
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Application Deadline: 30 March 2026
Financial Benefits
Selected fellows will receive:
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Round-trip airfare
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Accommodation
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Daily subsistence allowance
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Medical insurance
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Study materials
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Official certificate upon completion
Additional Benefits
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Training by leading international law experts
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Direct exposure to international legal
institutions in The Hague
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Networking with government officials and legal
professionals worldwide
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Strengthened negotiation and diplomatic legal
skills
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Increased capacity to support national legal
systems and policy development
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
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Be nationals of developing countries
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Have a legal background with professional
experience in international law
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Be government officials or qualified
professionals in the field
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Be fluent in spoken and written English
(Programme conducted in English in 2026)
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Be able to attend the entire duration of the
programme
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Be officially nominated by their
government/institution
Qualified female candidates are
strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Process
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Complete the application form in English
(typewritten).
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Ensure answers are clear and detailed.
Additional pages may be attached if needed.
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The “Letter of Transmission” must be completed
and signed by a senior official of the institution presenting the candidate.
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If English is not your mother tongue or language
of instruction, submit proof of English proficiency (e.g., diploma from
English-taught courses, language certificate, or extensive professional
experience in English).
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Applications without valid language
certification will not be considered.
Two versions of the
application must be submitted:
1.
One scanned copy of the signed original (PDF or
JPG format)
2.
One electronic MS Word version (or equivalent
editable format)
Submit applications by email
to: ilfp@un.org
The United Nations does not
charge any fee at any stage of the application or selection process and does
not request bank account information.
Incomplete applications or those
received after 30 March 2026 will not be considered.
Selection Process
Selection is based on:
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Academic and professional qualifications
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Scope and relevance of professional duties
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Relevance of training to current
responsibilities
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Geographical distribution
· Gender balance
