The ICANN89 Fellowship 2027 application round is open to people who have already completed an ICANN Fellowship. The deadline is 5 December 2026 at 23:59 UTC, which is 4:59 a.m. on 6 December in Pakistan. The Policy Forum is scheduled for 14–17 June 2027 in Vancouver, Canada.
If you are a returning fellow, check how many fellowships you have received and pull together evidence of your work in the ICANN community. If ICANN moves the meeting online, the fellowship will also be virtual.
On this page Confirm eligibility · Check travel support · Prepare your application
Who can apply for the ICANN89 Fellowship 2027?
The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) opens its broader Fellowship Program to candidates from all regions and sectors. The Policy Forum has an additional eligibility requirement. For ICANN89, you must have successfully completed an ICANN Fellowship before.
| Requirement | What to check before applying |
|---|---|
| Previous fellowship | You have completed an ICANN Fellowship and received no more than two fellowships in total. |
| Age | You are at least 21 on the date you submit the application. |
| ICANN participation | You can show involvement in an ICANN community as a returning fellow and have completed the mandatory ICANN Learn course work. |
| Other supported travel | You are not involved with another ICANN-supported travel programme at the time of selection. |
The application is a chance to show what you did after your earlier fellowship. Gather dated examples such as contributing to a working-group discussion, supporting local outreach, or following a policy issue and reporting back to a community you serve. Explain your own role and what you would do with the experience from this meeting.
What travel support covers for Vancouver
The ICANN Fellowship terms and conditions describe travel for fellows attending in person. ICANN arranges approved economy airfare and books a standard single-occupancy hotel room. Wait for booking instructions before paying for either yourself.
- ICANN lists an expense stipend of up to USD 500, subject to the flight booking and any required visa documentation.
- Eligible visa costs may be reimbursed up to USD 200 under the travel support guidelines. Keep your receipts and budget for payment before reimbursement.
- Check passport, destination and transit requirements with the relevant authorities. ICANN says it does not supply health insurance. You may also need to cover hotel incidentals.
Use the international conference travel checklist to keep receipts, deadlines and advance payments in one place. Keep your existing plans flexible until you have written confirmation and know the meeting format.
How alumni can apply
- Sign in with your ICANN account and use the Apply section on the official Fellowship Program page.
- Check the eligibility and selection guidance, including the required ICANN Learn courses. Keep a note of your previous fellowship and any community activity you plan to cite.
- Describe one concrete contribution you have made and a specific policy topic you would like to work on at the forum. Choose an example you can explain clearly.
- Submit by 23:59 UTC on 5 December and keep the confirmation. ICANN plans to announce selected fellows on 16 February 2027.
If selected, plan time for mentoring, training and the required fellowship activities as well as the meeting itself. ICANN also asks fellows to complete a post-meeting survey.
First-time applicants can check the programme calendar for other rounds. If you are comparing options, browse RiseUp All’s fellowship guides and opportunities for programmes that accept new applicants.
