Apply for the Switzerland Residency Program 2027 (Fully Funded) - officially Residency in Switzerland by Pro Helvetia, the Swiss Arts Council. International artists and cultural practitioners from selected regions can spend up to three months at a partner institution in Switzerland with accommodation, travel, daily allowances, and professional coaching covered.

The annual call opens 1 January and closes 1 March at 23:59 CET. Decisions are usually communicated within four months, and residencies typically begin the following calendar year. Confirm dates and eligibility on the official Pro Helvetia page before you apply.

Quick Facts - Switzerland Residency Program 2027

Detail	Information
Host country	Switzerland
Organiser	Pro Helvetia (Swiss Arts Council)
Programme	Residency in Switzerland
Duration	Up to 3 months at a Swiss partner institution
Who can apply	Artists & cultural practitioners from Pro Helvetia liaison-office regions (see eligibility)
Disciplines	Design, literature, music, performing arts, visual arts, transdisciplinary practice
Application window	1 January - 1 March (23:59 CET) each year
Next deadline	1 March 2027, 23:59 CET (for residencies starting the following year)
Official apply	Pro Helvetia - Residency in Switzerland

Why Apply?

Fully supported residency at a Swiss partner institution (accommodation, travel, daily allowances)
Professional coach from the local cultural field for networking and exchange
Workstation and production/material support available on request
Childcare support up to CHF 1,000/month for eligible applicants with childcare responsibilities
Three-month immersion in Switzerland’s arts and culture ecosystem
Open to individuals and artist duos with a strong professional track record

What the Residency Covers

Accommodation in Switzerland for up to three months
Travel costs to and from Switzerland
Daily allowances for living expenses
Coach: a cultural professional facilitating local networking and exchange
Workstation (on request)
Contribution towards production/material costs (on request)
Up to CHF 1,000/month childcare support (with budget; on request)

Eligible Regions & Countries

Applicants must permanently reside in a country covered by a Pro Helvetia liaison office, including:

Arab region: Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Palestine, Tunisia, UAE
East Asia: Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan
South America: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela
South Asia & Vietnam: Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Vietnam
Africa: West, Central, East & Southern Africa (full country list on the official page)

Artists from countries outside these liaison-office regions are not eligible for this call.

Eligibility

Permanent residence in an eligible liaison-office region
Active participation in your local cultural scene with national/cross-regional reach
Comprehensive portfolio and proven professional track record
Strong motivation for the chosen Swiss destination and local cultural exchange
Artistic project or research proposal linking Switzerland and your home cultural scene
English or a Swiss national language for effective communication
Applications in English only
Not eligible: students enrolled in school, university, or basic training programmes

Supported Disciplines

Design (including game design)
Literature (poetry, comics, children’s & youth literature)
Music (including podcasts)
Performing arts
Visual arts (including architecture and photography)
Transdisciplinary cultural practice

How to Apply

Read the official page: Residency in Switzerland - Pro Helvetia.
Review partner institutions and FAQs on the Pro Helvetia residencies hub.
Prepare: project title & description, motivation, preferred destination & length of stay, CV, and portfolio.
Submit via Pro Helvetia’s online application when the call opens (from 1 January).
Apply before 1 March, 23:59 CET. Do not send paper or email applications unless instructed.

Timeline (Typical Annual Cycle)

1 January: Applications open
1 March, 23:59 CET: Submission deadline
Within ~4 months: Notification of decision
Following year: Earliest residency start date

Official Links

Apply - Pro Helvetia Residency in Switzerland

Pro Helvetia residencies overview & FAQs

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FAQs - Switzerland Residency Program 2027

Is it fully funded?

Yes - Pro Helvetia covers accommodation, travel, daily allowances, coaching, and can support workstation/production and childcare costs on request.

How long is the residency?

Up to three months at a partner institution in Switzerland.

When is the deadline?

The annual deadline is 1 March at 23:59 CET. The next cycle for future residencies opens 1 January each year.

Can Pakistanis apply?

Yes - Pakistan is listed among eligible South Asia & Vietnam liaison-office countries.

Can students apply?

No - applicants enrolled in school, university, or basic training are not eligible.

Can duos apply together?

Yes - artist duos submit one joint application.

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Switzerland Residency Program 2027 (Fully Funded)