Germany Government DAAD Conference Travel Scholarship 2026 (Partial Funding)
Country: Germany
Degree Level: PhD, Research, Post Doctorate
Subjects: All Subjects
Target Group: International Students
Application Status: Open
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About the Scholarship
The DAAD Conference Travel Scholarship Program 2026, funded by the Federal Foreign Office of Germany, supports doctoral candidates and researchers to participate in international scientific conferences and congresses. The program promotes global academic exchange, allowing participants to present research, engage in scientific discussions, and build international collaborations. Both online and in-person participations are supported, depending on the category of funding.
Program Objective
The main goal of the DAAD Conference Travel Scholarship is to facilitate international scientific exchange and support researchers based in Germany in sharing their work abroad. Scholars gain the opportunity to enhance research visibility and expand their academic networks globally.
Benefits
The program provides funding based on travel distance and mode of participation:
1. Online Participation (Category 1):
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Covers registration and membership fees (up to one year)
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Reimburses abstract submission fees (for one abstract)
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Funding can be granted up to three times per calendar year
2. In-Person Short-Distance Travel (Category 2):
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For travel distances up to 600 km (except UK)
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Travel must be climate-friendly (train, bus; no air travel)
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Includes: Travel allowance, daily subsistence allowance, €300 material cost allowance, Green Mobility Top-Up (€50 minimum each way)
3. In-Person Medium-Distance Travel (Category 3):
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For travel distances 601–3,700 km
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Includes: Travel allowance, daily subsistence allowance, €300 material cost allowance, optional Green Mobility Top-Up, 50% reimbursement for CO₂ offset costs for flights
4. In-Person Long-Distance Travel (Category 4):
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For travel distances over 3,700 km
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Same benefits as above
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Limited to 40% of the annual DAAD budget
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Optional 50% reimbursement for CO₂ offset payments
Note: As of February 2026, Category 4 funding is temporarily suspended due to high demand.
Eligibility
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Open to all nationalities
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PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers actively engaged in research
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Applicants must comply with the relevant DAAD funding category requirements
How to Apply
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Submit your application via the official DAAD portal
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Select the appropriate funding category based on travel distance and participation type
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Provide required documents, including abstract, conference invitation, and proof of research status
Final Notes
This scholarship provides a valuable opportunity to advance academic careers, network internationally, and gain exposure to global research developments.
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Link: Scholarship Details