Eligibility at a glance
Pakistan eligibility No
Nationality Professionals from Angola, Algeria, Botswana, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Morocco, Mozambique and South Africa.
Minimum qualification University degree/professional title plus definitive acceptance to an eligible master's programme.
Minimum grade Competitive academic record; see the current official call.
Prerequisite background Relevant academic background required by the host programme/call.
Eligible fields of study Approved master's programmes relevant to development priorities; MBA and medical specialisations are excluded.
Work experience Relevant professional experience is expected, especially in public sector, higher education or NGOs.
Age limit No general age limit stated; programme/call rules may apply.
English / language Basic Spanish proficiency required.
Admission required first Yes
Nomination required Yes
Application fee No separate scholarship fee stated; admission/application fees may apply.
What the scholarship covers
Tuition Tuition and academic degree costs covered.
Stipend Monthly living stipend.
Travel support Round-trip airfare between the beneficiary's home-country capital and Chile included.
Insurance Medical insurance in Chile included.
Other benefits Benefits can extend up to 24 months, subject to programme rules.
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Verification & official source
Last verified: 8 August 2026
Deadline confidence: Next cycle not announced
AGCID states the Nelson Mandela programme is restricted to ten African countries. Pakistan is not eligible.
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