INTERPOL Enhanced Secondment Programme 2026: Applications Open for Law Enforcement Officers and Criminal Investigation Experts Worldwide

Overview

INTERPOL has opened applications for its Enhanced Secondment Programme, which brings qualified police officers, law enforcement specialists and government officials from Member Countries into its operational environment. INTERPOL is the world's largest international police organization, with 196 member states, founded in 1923. The programme aims to build a dynamic, secure and interoperable pool of vetted specialists who can be assigned according to operational needs, strengthening cooperation against transnational crime.

What you get

The vacancy notice number is 1663, published on August 2, 2026. Secondments last 36 months at Grade 5, with multiple duty stations; the vacancy page lists Lyon, France. Participants work in an international setting alongside professionals from different national systems and gain exposure to complex policing operations, investigative techniques and advanced technologies. Security clearance at basic or enhanced level is required, and secondees report to coordinators within operational directorates.

Who can apply

The call is for law enforcement and government officials in INTERPOL Member Countries. Eligible groups include active police officers, officers from national agencies such as customs, border control and anti-corruption units, and civil servants working in law enforcement or related government administration whose duties connect to the work.

Requirements

Candidates must meet INTERPOL's eligibility, professional experience, endorsement and security requirements, and their specialization should match operational areas the organization needs. Possible positions include Criminal Intelligence Officer, Specialized Officer for areas such as fugitives, disaster victim identification, cybercrime, human trafficking and financial crime, Regional Specialized Officer and Criminal Intelligence Analyst.

How to apply

Applications are submitted through the INTERPOL Recruitment Hub on the organization's vacancies page. They must be officially endorsed and submitted through the relevant National Central Bureau. Applications are received throughout the year, so no fixed deadline is stated.