Applications are now open for the British Council Charles Wallace Pakistan Visiting Fellowship 2026-27 for mid-career professionals from Pakistan interested in short-term academic and professional visits to the United Kingdom.
The fellowship provides selected participants with the opportunity to undertake advanced study, research, and professional engagement at universities, arts organisations, and professional institutions across the UK.
Fellowship Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Host Organisation: British Council and Charles Wallace Trust
- Category: Fellowships
- Eligible Country: Pakistan
- Program Duration: 2 Weeks to 2 Months
- Reward: £1,600 Monthly Grant | £1,250 Travel Support
- Deadline: June 5, 2026
Fellowship Details
The British Council Charles Wallace Pakistan Visiting Fellowship is designed for mid-career Pakistani professionals seeking international exposure and opportunities for academic or professional development in the United Kingdom.
Through this programme, selected fellows will undertake short visits to UK universities, arts organisations, or professional institutions where they will engage in high-level study, advanced research, and professional collaboration in their respective fields.
The fellowship supports participants in strengthening their professional knowledge, expanding their practical skills, and building international networks with experts and peers from around the world. The programme also encourages collaboration and cultural exchange between Pakistan and the United Kingdom.
Fields supported under the fellowship include:
- Social Sciences and Humanities
- Arts and Creative Industries
- Environmental Sciences
- Medical Sciences
Selected fellows will receive financial support to help cover living, travel, and visa-related expenses during their stay in the UK.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the British Council Charles Wallace Pakistan Visiting Fellowship, applicants must:
- Be Pakistani nationals currently residing in Pakistan
- Be between 30 and 55 years old
- Present a written invitation from a UK institution or arts organisation
- Apply only in eligible fellowship fields
- Hold a doctoral degree if applying to conduct research at a UK university
Applicants are not eligible if they:
- Studied in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, Europe, or China within the last 5 years
- Previously received a Charles Wallace award
Applicants are also advised not to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to draft or edit their support statements, as AI-generated applications may be disqualified.
Fellowship Benefits
Successful applicants for the British Council Charles Wallace Pakistan Visiting Fellowship will receive:
- Monthly grant of £1,600
- £1,250 contribution toward travel and visa expenses
- Opportunity to study and conduct research at leading UK institutions
- International networking and collaboration opportunities
- Exposure to global academic and professional environments
Required Documents
To apply for this fellowship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) including photograph
- Letter of Invitation from a UK institution or arts organisation
How to Apply
To apply for the British Council Charles Wallace Pakistan Visiting Fellowship, interested and qualified applicants should:
- Contact prospective UK host institutions independently before applying
- Obtain clear evidence of invitation from the host institution
- Complete the online application form with accurate information
- Download a copy of the completed application form after submission
- Send the completed form and required documents via email before the deadline
Application Email: [email protected]
The deadline to apply for the fellowship is June 5, 2026.
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