The Fellowship Directory lists 901 European fellowships open to international doctors at 630 institutions. The main training cities are London, Milan and Bern. 100% say they accept international medical graduates and 9% describe a visa route. Every listing links to the programme's official page, where you should confirm dates and requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to speak the local language?
For hands-on clinical work most European countries require national registration and the local language. Research fellowships, observerships and English-language international programmes are usually easier to access. Check each official page.
How many European fellowships open to international doctors are there?
901 listings at 630 institutions are listed, each researched from official sources.
Can international medical graduates apply?
901 of the 901 programmes say they accept international applicants, and 78 describe a visa route such as J-1, H-1B or a work permit. Requirements differ by programme; eligibility and visa information do not guarantee acceptance or sponsorship.
When are the next application deadlines?
Clinical Fellow in Glaucoma (NHS Jobs advert) (King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust): 9 October 2026; Endometriosis Surgical Fellowship (ST6 equivalent) (NHS Jobs advert) (Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust): 11 October 2026; Clinical Fellow in Gynaecological Oncology (NHS Jobs advert) (Somerset NHS Foundation Trust – Musgrove Park Hospital): 12 October 2026.