The Commonwealth Professional Fellowships 2026 provides an excellent opportunity for mid-career professionals from eligible Commonwealth countries to engage in a fully funded short-term professional development program in the United Kingdom, focusing on key development areas to enhance skills and international collaboration.
- 🌍 The Commonwealth Professional Fellowships 2026 offer mid-career professionals from eligible Commonwealth countries a fully funded opportunity for professional development in the UK.
- 🎓 Hosted by leading UK organizations, the fellowships focus on key development areas such as health, education, technology, governance, and climate resilience.
- 💼 Ideal for professionals with at least five years of experience committed to impactful community work.
- 💰 Benefits include monthly stipends, travel costs, visa fees reimbursement, and additional support for disabilities.
- 📅 Application deadline for the 2024 fellowship is 22 August 2025.
Designation:
- Fellowship Level: Mid-career professionals
Fellowship Details Table:
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Host Country | United Kingdom |
| Funded By | UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) |
| Duration | Typically 6 weeks |
| Monthly Stipend | £2,104 (outside London), £2,612 (London area) |
| Arrival Allowance | Up to £1,183.20 |
| Visa Application Fee | Reimbursed |
| Host Institution Support Grant | £3,000 for administration |
Research Areas:
- Health
- Education
- Technology
- Governance
- Climate resilience
Location:
- Various host organizations in the United Kingdom
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Must be a citizen or permanent resident of an eligible Commonwealth country
- Minimum of five years of relevant professional experience
- Currently employed
- Must not have held a Commonwealth Professional Fellowship in the past five years
- Must be available to attend the complete fellowship period in the UK
- Not pursuing any academic or research program
Eligible Countries Include:
Bangladesh, Belize, Botswana, Cameroon, Dominica, Eswatini, Fiji, Gabon, The Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Guyana, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Kiribati, Lesotho, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, Montserrat, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Nigeria, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Rwanda, St Helena, St Lucia, St Vincent and The Grenadines, Samoa, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Togo, Tonga, Tuvalu, Uganda, Vanuatu, Zambia.
Description:
The Commonwealth Professional Fellowships offer generous financial support for mid-career professionals seeking to develop their skills in diverse thematic areas. Each fellowship is individually tailored based on the development needs of both the fellow and their home organization, ensuring impactful outcomes that resonate back home.
How to Apply:
- Visit the Official CSC Website.
- Choose a host program that aligns with your expertise and career goals.
- Register and complete the online application, providing personal, academic, and professional details.
- Upload all required documents, ensuring proper formatting.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
- Await results; shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email for next steps.
Last Date to Apply:
- 22 August 2025
