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Application Deadline: March 1st, 22026
Applications are now open for the 2026 Pro Helvetia Residency Program. Up to three-month residencies at a partner institution in Switzerland.
Requirements
- Artists and cultural practitioners from the regions of the liaison offices (Arab region, East Asia, South America, South Asia and Vietnam, West Africa, Central Africa, East Africa and Southern Africa – see below for a full list of countries) who are active in any of the disciplines supported by Pro Helvetia.
- Applications from both individuals and artist duos are accepted.
Selection Criteria
- Permanent residence in one of the regions of the liaison office and active participation in the respective cultural scene
- Comprehensive portfolio and proven track record of professional activity in the applicant’s field
- Strong professional interest in the selected destination, connected to the applicant’s artistic practice, and in networking with the local cultural field
- A proposal for an artistic project or research idea that can deepen the exchange between the cultural scenes of Switzerland and the applicant’s country of residence
- Knowledge of English or one of the Swiss languages to ensure smooth and effective communication
Benefits
- Accommodation
- Travel costs
- Daily allowances
- Coach: a cultural professional from the local artistic field, facilitating networking and exchange
- Workstation (on request)
- Contribution towards production/material costs (on request)
- In addition, artists and cultural practitioners with childcare responsibilities can apply for financial support of up to CHF 1,000 per month as a contribution to childcare or for the travel expenses of their children and, if necessary, a carer. This also applies if the child/children stay at home and are cared for. Applicants must present a budget of all expenses in advance.
Application Details
- Title and brief description of the proposal
- Motivation explaining the professional interest in the selected destination
- Desired length of stay and chosen destination
- CV and portfolio
All applications must be submitted in English.
Format-specific Exclusion Criteria
- Artists and cultural practitioners from countries outside the Pro Helvetia liaison offices’ area of responsibility may not apply.
- Pro Helvetia is unable to consider funding requests if the applicant is enrolled in a school, university curriculum, basic training, or education programme.
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the Pro Helvetia Residency Program
