The largest fellowship by the Taiwanese Government. The applications for the MOFA Taiwan Fellowship 2027 are open. This fully funded fellowship is offered by Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) for international scholars and researchers interested in Taiwan, Asia-Pacific studies, cross-strait relations, and Sinology. The Fellowship is open to international Foreign Professors, Associate Professors, Assistant Professors, Post-Doctoral researchers, Doctoral Candidates, or candidates enrolled in a Doctoral program to conduct advanced research at universities or academic institutions in Taiwan for 3 to 12 months.
Quick Overview
- Host Country: Taiwan
- Program: MOFA Taiwan Fellowship
- Duration: 3–12 Months
- Funding: Fully Funded
- Host Institutions: Universities & Research Institutes in Taiwan
- Organizer: Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Taiwan
- Application Deadline: 30 June 2027
What is the MOFA Taiwan Fellowship?
The MOFA Taiwan Fellowship is a prestigious international research program established by Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs to support foreign experts and scholars conducting Taiwan-related research.
Since its launch, more than 1,500 scholars from 93 countries have participated in the fellowship.
Research Topics and Areas
Research related to Taiwan, cross-strait relations, the Asia-Pacific region, and Sinology.
Financial Benefits
- Economy Class Airfare Ticket to/from Taiwan (Direct Route)
- Monthly grants are paid at the beginning of every month.
- Professors, Associate Professors, Research Fellows, or Associate Research Fellows: NT$60,000
- Assistant Professors, Assistant Research Fellows, or Doctoral Candidates: NT$50,000.
- Accident insurance (plus medical insurance for accidental injuries).
Why this Fellowship Matters
This fellowship offers researchers the opportunity to:
- Conduct independent research in Taiwan
- Access academic institutions and libraries
- Build international research networks
- Explore Taiwan’s political, cultural, and regional dynamics
What Fellows Will Experience
Participants will:
- Conduct research at Taiwanese institutions
- Collaborate with local scholars
- Access research libraries and archives
- Participate in academic events and networking activities
- Fellows may begin research in Taiwan as early as January 2027.
Eligibility Criteria
- The Fellowship is open to all Nationals.
- The Taiwan MOFA Fellowship accepts Associate Professors, Research Fellows, Associate Research Fellows, Assistant Professors, Assistant Research Fellows, and Doctoral Candidates.
- The research must be related to Taiwan, cross-strait relations, the Asia-Pacific region, and Sinology.
Required Documents
- Application form
- Research proposal (3 pages with a standard research format)
- Resume (including a list of publications)
- 2 Letters of Recommendation (Or one recommendation letter and one letter of consent from the chief administrator of your institute).
How to Apply for the MOFA Taiwan Fellowship 2027?
Applicants should first complete and submit the online application form. After completing the online form, applicants should print it and mail it, along with the required documents, to the Taiwan Embassy or Representative Office closest to their country of residence. The Official Link to the MOFA Taiwan Fellowship is below.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOFA Taiwan Fellowship 2027?
The MOFA Taiwan Fellowship 2027 is a prestigious fully funded research fellowship offered by Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It supports international scholars and researchers conducting advanced research on Taiwan, cross-strait relations, the Asia-Pacific region, and Sinology at universities or academic institutions in Taiwan for 3 to 12 months. More than 1,500 scholars from 93 countries have participated since its launch.
Who is eligible for the MOFA Taiwan Fellowship 2027?
The fellowship is open to all nationals. It accepts foreign professors, associate professors, assistant professors, post-doctoral researchers, doctoral candidates, and candidates enrolled in a doctoral program, as long as their research relates to Taiwan, cross-strait relations, the Asia-Pacific region, or Sinology.
What benefits does the MOFA Taiwan Fellowship 2027 provide?
Fellows receive an economy class airfare ticket to and from Taiwan on a direct route, plus monthly grants paid at the beginning of every month: NT$60,000 for professors, associate professors, research fellows, or associate research fellows, and NT$50,000 for assistant professors, assistant research fellows, or doctoral candidates. Accident insurance plus medical insurance for accidental injuries is also included.
How do I apply for the MOFA Taiwan Fellowship 2027?
First complete and submit the online application form, then print it and mail it with the required documents to the Taiwan Embassy or Representative Office closest to your country of residence. Required documents include a 3-page research proposal, a resume with a list of publications, and two letters of recommendation (or one recommendation letter plus one letter of consent from your institute’s chief administrator).
When is the deadline for the MOFA Taiwan Fellowship 2027?
The application deadline is 30 June 2027. Fellows may begin their research in Taiwan as early as January 2027. Check the official fellowship link in this article for the most current details before applying.