Imagine immersing yourself in Taiwan’s academic and cultural landscape, exploring Taiwan’s society, cross‑strait dynamics or Asia‑Pacific studies with full financial support. The Taiwan Government Fellowship (MOFA Fellowship) makes this vision a reality for researchers and doctoral candidates worldwide.↚
Explore Taiwan’s Future Through the Fully Funded MOFA Fellowship 2025
About the Fellowship
Offered by Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this fully funded fellowship invites global scholars to conduct high-impact research in the humanities and social sciences. You can explore themes such as Taiwan Studies, Cross‑Strait Relations, Sinology or Asia‑Pacific regional issues at leading universities or research institutes in Taiwan. Research tenure ranges from three to twelve months between January and December 2025.
Who Is Eligible
Foreign nationals (non‑Taiwanese) who hold academic roles—such as professors, associate or assistant professors, postdoctoral researchers, doctoral students, or research fellows—are welcome to apply. Ineligible are those currently residing, conducting research, or studying in Taiwan.
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What the Fellowship Covers
Fellows receive a generous monthly stipend: NT$60,000 (≈ US$1,850) for senior-level researchers and NT$50,000 (≈ US$1,540) for postdocs or doctoral students. A round-trip economy-class airfare subsidy up to NT$35,000 (≈ US$1,080) is included, alongside accident insurance (up to NT$1 million, including medical cover of NT$50,000 during your stay)
Why It Matters
This fellowship empowers international scholars to engage deeply with Taiwan-related research and policy issues, supports cross-cultural academic collaboration, and enhances visibility within Taiwan’s intellectual community. It strengthens global academic networks and nurtures experts in critical regional fields.
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How to Apply
The online application opens May 1, 2025 and closes June 30, 2025. After submitting your application via the Taiwan Fellowship portal, you must post the printed form and supporting documents—such as CV, research proposal (about three pages), two recommendation letters (or one plus consent from your institution), and institutional consent to your nearest Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office by July 1, 2025. The final cohort is typically announced by November 2025