The DAAD Re-Invitation Program 2027 is now accepting applications from former DAAD scholarship recipients who wish to return to Germany for research, academic collaboration, or professional development. Funded by the German Federal Foreign Office, this fully funded program gives DAAD alumni the opportunity to spend 1 to 3 months at a recognized university, research institute, or another approved host organization in Germany.
Successful applicants will receive financial support that covers a monthly stipend, travel expenses, and health insurance. There is no application fee, and eligible former DAAD scholars from around the world are encouraged to apply.
DAAD Re-Invitation Program 2027 Overview
- Host Country: Germany
- Funding Organization: German Federal Foreign Office
- Host Institutions: State-recognized universities, research institutes, and approved organizations in Germany
- Program Duration: 1–3 months
- Funding Type: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: Varies by country
Financial Benefits
Selected participants will receive a comprehensive funding package, including:
- Monthly living allowance
- Round-trip travel expenses
- Health insurance coverage
- Financial support for research, academic cooperation, or professional visits in Germany
Who Can Apply?
The program is open to eligible DAAD alumni, including:
- Graduates
- Postdoctoral researchers
- University lecturers and faculty members
- Former DAAD scholarship recipients
- Former DAAD EPOS scholarship holders
Activities Supported by the Program
The DAAD Re-Invitation Program supports a variety of academic and professional activities, such as:
- Conducting research at German universities
- Research projects at recognized German research institutes
- Academic collaboration with German institutions
- Professional visits to organizations in:
- Business and industry
- Public administration
- Cultural institutions
- Media organizations (for non-academic professionals)
Types of DAAD Re-Invitation Programs
The program is divided into two categories.
1. Re-Invitation Program for Former DAAD Scholarship Holders
This category is designed for:
- Former DAAD scholarship holders whose funding lasted more than six months and was financed by the German Federal Foreign Office.
- Former scholarship recipients from the former German Democratic Republic (GDR) who studied in Germany for at least one year.
2. Re-Invitation Program for Former EPOS Scholarship Holders
This category is intended for:
- Former recipients of the DAAD EPOS (Development-Related Postgraduate Courses) Scholarship who successfully completed their postgraduate studies through the program.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the DAAD Re-Invitation Program 2027, applicants must:
- Be eligible former DAAD scholarship holders under one of the program categories.
- Be of any nationality.
- Have not lived in Germany during the past three years.
- Secure an invitation or acceptance letter from a German host institution before submitting the application.
- Complete and submit the online application through the official DAAD portal.
- Meet any additional country-specific requirements.
Required Documents
Applicants are generally required to submit the following:
- Completed online application form
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Research proposal or work plan
- Invitation or acceptance letter from the German host institution
- Academic certificates
- Valid passport copy
- Any additional documents requested for your country
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official DAAD online application portal. Before applying, applicants should select their country on the DAAD website to review the specific eligibility requirements, application instructions, and deadlines applicable to their location.
Since submission deadlines differ by country, it is important to check the official DAAD website before preparing your application.
VISIT OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO APPLY
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