Think Visegrad Fellowship 2026
Institute of International Relations Prague (IIR) in cooperation with Think Visegrad platform
Quick Facts
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About This Scholarship
The Think Visegrad Fellowship 2026 offers researchers and policy experts from non-Visegrad countries the opportunity to conduct high-impact policy research at leading Central European think tanks for 6-8 weeks. Selected fellows will develop a policy paper, deliver a public presentation, and engage with the host institute’s research environment and expert networks.
What This Scholarship Covers
- Lump sum of €3,400 to cover lodging, local transportation, daily living expenses, and applicable taxes and fees
- International travel reimbursement up to €500
- Access to host institute's research environment and expert networks
- Opportunity to participate in institute activities
Who Can Apply
- 1 Must be an expert from a non-Visegrad country (not from Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, or Slovakia)
- 2 While preference given to applicants with proven track record of significant contribution, high-quality proposals from junior and mid-career researchers will be considered
- 3 Must not have previously participated in the Think Visegrad Fellowship
- 4 Chosen research topic must complement the research focus of the hosting institute