The Four Nations International Fund supports individuals and organisations in developing international partnerships and co-creation projects. Photo: Shutterstock.
Arts councils across all four UK nations – England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales – have launched a new UK-wide fund designed to support international collaboration for artists and cultural professionals.
The Four Nations International Fund offers grants of up to £7,500 for projects developed in partnership with international collaborators. Supported activity must begin no earlier than 1 May 2026 and be completed by 31 March 2027.
Applications close at 2:00pm on Wednesday 25 February 2026.
Fund priorities and aims
The fund aims to make international collaboration more accessible at a time of ongoing global challenges, including the impact of the pandemic, Brexit-related barriers, rising costs and climate concerns.
It encourages artists, organisations and cultural professionals to consider how closer collaboration across the four UK nations can strengthen international work and create more resilient partnerships.
Access support and alternative formats are available via the application link below.
Find out more, including eligibility and how to submit your application, via Creative Scotland’s website.
Online information session
For those interested in finding out more, Arts Info Point will be hosting an online information session on Tuesday 3 February at 9.30am, offering an overview of the fund and advice on the application process.
Register your place for the online information session.