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MOFA Taiwan Fellowship 2027 (Fully Funded Opportunity)

Last updated May 7, 2026

Deadline

2026-06-30

Country

Taiwan

Level

phd, postdoc, fellowship

Organization

Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Taiwan

Field

Taiwan Studies, Asia-Pacific Studies, Cross-Strait Relations, Sinology

Funding

fully funded

Overview

The MOFA Taiwan Fellowship is a fully funded research program offered by Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA). It supports international scholars and researchers interested in Taiwan, Asia-Pacific studies, cross-strait relations, and Sinology. Fellows conduct advanced research at universities or academic institutions in Taiwan for a duration of 3 to 12 months.

Coverage

This is a fully funded fellowship. It provides an economy class airfare ticket to and from Taiwan (direct route). Monthly grants are paid at the beginning of each 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 provided.

Eligibility

The fellowship is open to all nationals, including Ethiopian students. Eligible applicants include Foreign Professors, Associate Professors, Assistant Professors, Post-Doctoral researchers, Doctoral Candidates, or individuals enrolled in a Doctoral program. The proposed research must be related to Taiwan, cross-strait relations, the Asia-Pacific region, and Sinology.

Requirements

Applicants must submit an application form, a research proposal (3 pages with a standard research format), a resume (including a list of publications), and two letters of recommendation (or one recommendation letter and one letter of consent from the chief administrator of your institute).

How to apply

First, applicants must complete and submit the online application form. After completing the online form, it should be printed and mailed, along with all required documents, to the Taiwan Embassy or Representative Office closest to the applicant's country of residence. The official link for application is provided.

Notes

Fellows may begin their research in Taiwan as early as January 2027. The application deadline is June 30, 2026.

Source & Verification

Host organization: Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Taiwan

Original source: OpportunitiesCorners

Official application page: https://taiwanfellowship.ncl.edu.tw/eng/about.aspx

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.