MOFA Taiwan Fellowship
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The MOFA Taiwan Fellowship is a funded research fellowship offered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of China (Taiwan). It supports foreign scholars and experts who want to conduct advanced research at universities or academic institutions in Taiwan. The fellowship focuses on research related to Taiwan, cross-strait relations, mainland China, the Asia-Pacific region, and Sinology.
The program is open to professors, researchers, postdoctoral researchers, doctoral candidates, and doctoral students from overseas universities or academic institutions. The fellowship duration is usually 3 to 12 months, and selected fellows conduct their research in Taiwan.
This is a strong opportunity for researchers in humanities, social sciences, international relations, political science, education, history, Asian studies, and related fields.
Darrab Education recommends preparing a clear research proposal connected to Taiwan or the Asia-Pacific region and applying early because the application requires both online submission and postal submission to the relevant Taiwan mission.
Eligibility :
Foreign nationals working or studying outside Taiwan.
Professors, associate professors, assistant professors, research fellows, associate research fellows, assistant research fellows, postdoctoral researchers, doctoral candidates, or doctoral program students.
Affiliated with an overseas university or academic institution.
Conducting research in a relevant field, especially social sciences or humanities.
Proposing a topic related to Taiwan, cross-strait relations, mainland China, the Asia-Pacific region, or Sinology.
Recommended by a ROC/Taiwan overseas mission, especially for topics related to Taiwan’s foreign relations or cross-strait relations.
Required documents :
Completed application form.
Resume/CV, including publication list.
Research proposal, usually around three pages using a standard research format.
Two recommendation letters, or one recommendation letter and one letter of consent from the chief administrator of the applicant’s institution.
Valid passport copy.
Photo.
Employment letter, where applicable.
Proof of salary, where applicable.
Additional documents for applicants requesting the NT$60,000 monthly stipend level, especially professors, associate professors, research fellows, or associate research fellows.
How to apply :
Read the official Taiwan Fellowship guidelines carefully before starting the application.
Prepare the required documents, including your CV, research proposal, and recommendation letters.
Complete the online application form in English or Chinese through the official Taiwan Fellowship application portal.
Upload the required digital documents during the online application process.
After submitting online, print the completed application form.
Send the printed application form and official copies of all required documents by post to the ROC/Taiwan Embassy or Representative Office responsible for your country or region.
Applications are first reviewed by the ROC/Taiwan Embassy or Representative Office. MOFA then forms an evaluation committee to screen candidates.
Selected candidates must contact universities or research institutions in Taiwan and obtain a Letter of Consent for Research.
The Letter of Consent must be sent to the Taiwan Fellowship team by December 31.
After approval, recipients receive a Grant Authorization Letter and can apply for the appropriate Taiwan visa.
The Scholarship Benefits:
Monthly stipend: NT$60,000 per month for professors, associate professors, research fellows, and associate research fellows.
Monthly stipend: NT$50,000 per month for assistant professors, assistant research fellows, postdoctoral researchers, doctoral candidates, doctoral students, and other candidates recommended by ROC/Taiwan missions.
Round-trip airfare subsidy: One direct round-trip economy-class ticket between the recipient’s country of residence and Taiwan, subject to MOFA regulations and regional maximum limits.
Research stay in Taiwan: Fellows can conduct research at universities or academic institutions in Taiwan for 3 to 12 months.
Accident insurance: Group accident insurance is provided during the research period in Taiwan.
Academic networking: Fellows can engage with universities, research institutions, seminars, and academic activities in Taiwan.
Visa support: Fellowship recipients may receive a visitor visa or residence visa depending on fellowship duration, with visa fees waived according to the official guidelines.