About the opportunity
What this programme is offering
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) , Republic of China (Taiwan), has announced the upcoming opening of applications for the 2027 Taiwan Fellowship, a prestigious international research program designed to support advanced academic study in Taiwan. Applications will be accepted from May 1 to June 30, 2026.
About the Taiwan Fellowship
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Taiwan) Taiwan Fellowship is a competitive research grant program that enables foreign scholars and experts to conduct in-depth academic research in Taiwan. The fellowship is administered by the Center for Chinese Studies at the National Central Library and supports research aligned with Taiwan’s strategic academic and policy priorities.
The program encourages research on:
Taiwan studies and Sinology
Cross-strait relations
Asia-Pacific regional affairs
Global supply chains and economic resilience
Energy security
Transnational repression
Undersea cables and digital infrastructure governance
Comprehensive diplomacy and foreign policy
Fellowship Benefits
Selected fellows receive comprehensive support during their research stay in Taiwan, including:
Monthly Stipend
Professors and senior researchers: NT$60,000
Assistant professors, postdoctoral researchers, and doctoral candidates: NT$50,000
Additional Benefits
One round-trip economy-class airfare to Taiwan
Research residency of 3 to 12 months
Accident and medical insurance coverage up to NT$1 million
Eligibility Criteria
The fellowship is open to international scholars who are affiliated with academic or research institutions outside Taiwan. Eligible applicants include:
Professors and associate professors
Assistant professors and postdoctoral researchers
Doctoral candidates and PhD students
Research fellows at equivalent academic levels
Applicants are expected to demonstrate strong academic backgrounds and a clear research proposal related to the fellowship themes.
Application Timeline
Application Period: May 1 – June 30, 2026
Research Start Period: From January 2027 onward
Early preparation is recommended, as applications are reviewed competitively.
Research Environment in Taiwan
The fellowship provides scholars with access to Taiwan’s academic institutions, research resources, and policy environment. It is particularly relevant for researchers working on global governance, regional security, and geopolitical issues affecting Asia and beyond.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official Taiwan Fellowship website. Supporting documents typically include:
Research proposal
Academic CV
Recommendation letters
Proof of institutional affiliation
Contact and Administration
The program is administered by the Center for Chinese Studies at the National Central Library in Taiwan
How to apply