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The International Volunteer Fellowship Thailand 2026 has 15 fully funded seats. The scholarship covers your round-trip international airfare, meals during the forum, a visa support letter and access to every session, for a five-day fellowship in Bangkok, Thailand.
The fellowship runs from 18 to 22 December 2026. It is open to students, professionals, volunteers and changemakers of any nationality who care about volunteering, leadership and community impact.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Host country | Thailand (Bangkok) |
| Organiser | International Volunteer Fellowship (IVF) |
| Dates | 18 to 22 December 2026 (5 days) |
| Funding | 15 fully funded seats (round-trip airfare, meals, visa support letter), 30 partially funded, plus access pass and self-funded options |
| Who can apply | Students, professionals and volunteers of any nationality |
| Application fee | US$15 registration fee |
| Deadline | 15 November 2026 |
What is the International Volunteer Fellowship?
The International Volunteer Fellowship (IVF) runs short international programmes on volunteerism, leadership and global citizenship. The Thailand 2026 edition brings participants to Bangkok for five days.
The programme includes leadership training and workshops, community impact projects, cultural exchange activities and networking with volunteers from other countries. Topics include community development, sustainable development and social impact.
What you get
The scholarship covers:
- Round-trip international airfare
- A forum invitation letter and a visa support letter
- Meals during the forum
- Access to all sessions, workshops and cultural activities
- A speaking opportunity
- IVF merchandise, a welcome kit and a certificate of participation
The scholarship list on the official page does not mention accommodation. Only the self-funded category lists shared accommodation. You can confirm the details with the organisers at info@internationalvolunteerfellowship.org.
There are 200 seats in total: 15 fully funded, 30 partially funded and 65 fellowship access passes, plus guaranteed seats and a self-funded option.
Who can apply
- Applicants of any nationality and from any region
- Students, young professionals, volunteers and changemakers
- An interest in volunteering, leadership, advocacy or community work
Is there an age limit?
The Thailand page does not set its own age limit. IVF’s other fellowships are open to ages 16 to 45.
Do I need IELTS or TOEFL?
No. A language test is not listed as a requirement.
Do I need volunteer experience?
No. Past volunteer experience is an advantage, but it is not required. If you have helped in your church, mosque, school or neighbourhood, that counts. Write about it.
Is there an application fee?
Yes. The registration fee is US$15.
Required documents
You apply through an online form on the official website. Keep these ready:
- Your passport details
- A short summary of your volunteer, leadership or community work
- Your answers on why you want to join the fellowship
- A way to pay the US$15 registration fee online
How to write your application
The selection committee looks at your motivation, your volunteer experience, your leadership potential and your commitment to community impact.
- Describe one real volunteer activity: what the problem was, what you did, and who it helped.
- Say what you want to learn in Bangkok and how you will use it at home.
- Show commitment. Mention a project you are running now or plan to start.
- Keep it honest and simple. Real detail is more convincing than big words.
How to apply, step by step
- Open the official fellowship page using the button at the end of this post.
- Choose your participation category.
- Fill in the online application form.
- Pay the US$15 registration fee.
- Check your email for results on 20 November 2026.
Selection process
A selection committee reviews every application for motivation, volunteer experience, leadership potential and commitment to community impact and global collaboration. Selected candidates are told by email. Results are announced on 20 November 2026.
Deadline
15 November 2026.
Results follow on 20 November, about four weeks before the fellowship begins on 18 December. Make sure your passport is valid so you can travel if you are selected.
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may i know fee is refundable or not
Hi Prashil, thanks for asking. The official page lists a $15 registration fee, but it does not say whether it is refundable. Please email the organisers at info@internationalvolunteerfellowship.org before you pay so you get a clear answer.