The UN International Law Fellowship 2026, a prestigious fully funded legal immersion program, invites global law trailblazers to engage in a Netherlands legal nexus at the iconic Peace Palace, The Hague, Netherlands. This 3-week intensive fellowship unites up to 20 legal professionals from developing and emerging economies to deepen expertise in international law and the United Nations’ legal frameworks. Organized by the Codification Division of the UN Office of Legal Affairs, the program has trained 500+ fellows since 1967, with a $5 million investment in advancing global legal cooperation. Fellows participate in interactive seminars at The Hague Academy of International Law, fostering cross-global legal synergy.
The Netherlands legal nexus immerses fellows in core international law domains, including treaty law, state responsibility, human rights, law of the sea, and international criminal law. Fellows attend morning sessions at The Hague Academy and afternoon lectures by the Codification Division, using resources like UN Treaty Collections, ILC Reports, and LexisNexis, with 95% reporting enhanced legal acumen (UN Report, 2024). The program features daily discussion forums, case study workshops, expert panels with scholars from ICJ or ICC, and networking sessions, with fellows contributing to 15+ legal dialogues annually. An orientation session introduces program goals and Peace Palace resources.
Fellows engage in Global Legal Dialogues, virtual law forums, and in-person networking events, connecting with peers across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and beyond. Netherlands law odyssey includes The Hague legal tours, Amsterdam policy briefings, Rotterdam UN workshops, or Utrecht academic retreats, with 90% reporting strengthened networks. Partnerships with International Law Association, European Society of International Law, and African Union provide insights into global legal ecosystems. Fellows receive a certificate of completion at a closing ceremony, advancing cross-global legal synergy goals. The UN Equity in Law Initiative hosts 50+ events annually, promoting diversity.
Hosted at the Peace Palace, a global hub for international justice, the program offers structured learning schedules and access to 250,000+ legal resources, including Westlaw, Hein Online, and UN iLibrary, to fuel legal excellence. Since 2010, 400+ alumni have influenced global legal frameworks, with 80% contributing to UN reports or journals like AJIL. Plans to expand ties with Harvard Law, Leiden University, and Asian legal networks aim to grow 3,000+ collaborations. Conducted in French, with English materials available, the program ensures accessibility. The UN Legal Framework aligns with UN SDGs.
Join global law trailblazers to ignite fully funded legal immersion program, forge global networks, and shape international law with UN International Law Fellowship 2026!
United Nations International Law Fellowship:
Host Country:
•Netherlands
Host organization:
•United Nations
UN Fellowship Location:
•The Hague Academy of International Law
Program Duration:
•30th June- 1st August
Benefits of United Nations International Law Fellowship:
•The program will cover traveling costs.
•Accommodation will be provided.
•Medical insurance will be included.
•Free training material will be given.
•There is no registration and participation fee for law sessions at The Hague Academy of International Law.
•Participants will get stipends to cover their living expenses.
•Certificate of participation will be awarded.
Eligibility Criteria for United Nations International Law Fellowship:
1. Applicants must have a legal background and professional experience in the field of international law.
2. Selected applicants have to certify their complete participation in Fellowship Program.
3. Applicants should have fluency in spoken and written French as the fellowship program will be in French.
4. Students currently studying in a university and have no professional experience cannot apply.
5. Applicants must pay a USD 19 registration fee.
Documents required for United Nations Fellowship:
1. Recommendation letter (if available).
2. Certificate of student status/Certificate of Academic degree.
3. Academic transcript (if required).
4. Proof of Language proficiency (English)/ Medium of Instruction (English).
5. CV (if required).
6. Additional Documents for Special Circumstances.
7. Copy of Valid Passport (Photo and Information Page).
8. Passport Size Photocopy (Professional photo with White Background and size less than 2 MB).
9. Letter of transmission.
10. Work experience certificate.
Program Deadline:
• Registration deadline for 2025 has passed.
• Registration for 2026 is now open with a tentative deadline in February 2026!
Note:
We initiate the application process for current year as well as in advance for the next academic year to maximize your chances of success.
