About Kosovo

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Kosovo declared independence from Serbia in 2008 and has since grown into a vibrant democracy with strong international partnerships. After enduring the hardships of Yugoslavia’s breakup and a brutal 1998–1999 conflict, the country spent nearly a decade under U.N. supervision to stabilize and rebuild. The United States was among the first to recognize Kosovo’s independence and remains a steadfast partner in its democratic and economic progress.

In 2025, Kosovo held two parliamentary elections, leading to the formation of a new government in February 2026 under Prime Minister Albin Kurti and his Self-Determination (Vetëvendosje) party. The administration is focused on anti-corruption reforms, economic growth, and advancing normalization with Serbia.

Peace Corps began its partnership with Kosovo in 2013, signing its first country agreement under President Atifete Jahjaga. Since then, nearly 300 Americans have served as Peace Corps Volunteers, contributing to education, community development, and civic engagement across the country.

Peace Corps Response

Peace Corps Response sends experienced professionals to undertake short-term, high-impact service assignments in communities around the world. Peace Corps Response Volunteers are expected to possess the technical skills needed to fulfill their assigned role with minimal training.

Virtual Service

The Virtual Service Pilot connects qualified U.S. citizens with host country counterparts to meet partner requests in new ways – from supplementing on-the-ground Volunteer efforts to reaching regions where Volunteers cannot go. Participants collaborate virtually with counterparts to complete project tasks, donating 5-15 hours per week for 3-6 months.

Volunteer satisfaction, health, and safety

Partners

We partner with the following agencies to implement projects in Kosovo:

Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology
Ministry of Local Governance and Administration

Resources

Peace Corps service is a life-changing experience, and no two Volunteers experience their service in exactly the same way. Check out some of the links below to learn more about our country and the experiences other Volunteers have had serving here.

U.S. Department of State

To find information about countries around the world, including social and political history, travel information, and U.S. embassy websites.

Manuals and Guides

Home to online resources supporting the work and life of Peace Corps staff and Volunteers.

National Peace Corps Association (NPCA)

A networking hub and advocacy group for Returned Peace Corps Volunteers. You can find links to the “Friends of” groups for most countries of service.

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