The UK is among the world’s leaders in research and innovation. UKRI helps it thrive by supporting UK researchers and businesses to work with the best minds, organisations and facilities around the world.
Collaborating internationally
How we support international collaboration
Creating international opportunities
Learn about our major funds and partnerships to support global collaboration in research and innovation
Getting funding for international collaboration
Find out how to apply for opportunities that fund cross-border collaborations in research and innovation
Funding and visas to come to the UK for research
Find out about getting a Global Talent visa and finding opportunities to work on research and innovation in the UK
Official Development Assistance (ODA) funds
Official Development Assistance (ODA) funding promotes the economic development and welfare of developing countries. As a delivery partner to the Newton Fund and Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF), we play a leading role in the UK government’s contribution to overseas aid.
ODA review
UKRI is reviewing all Official Development Assistance (ODA) funding for 2021 to 2022
Global Challenges Research Fund
Supporting cutting-edge research to address the challenges faced by developing countries
Newton Fund
Building research partnerships to promote economic development and social welfare of developing countries
Other international funding
Fund for International Collaboration
Supporting international collaborations that improve the UK’s excellence in research and innovation
Working on EU-funded projects
What you need to know about Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe funding, whether you're applying or working on an existing project
Working globally
Transferring your research grant to another country
Find out when you can transfer your UKRI grant to a research organisation overseas
Our international offices
Learn about UKRI's work in China, Europe, India and North America