# CAPES-Humboldt Research Fellowship for Experienced Researchers

**Funder:** Alexander von Humboldt Foundation
**Budget:** €3,600/month plus additional benefits
**Deadline:** 30 November 2026 (17:00 Brasilia time)
**Duration:** 6-18 months, divisible into up to 3 stays within 3 years
**Consortium:** No: individual fellowship, hosted by a researcher at a university or research institution in Germany
**Application:** Single stage, with host statement and mentoring agreement required before forwarding
**Frequency:** Biannual
**Next round:** 2026-12
**Eligible countries:** BR
**Official call:** https://www.humboldt-foundation.de/en/apply/sponsorship-programmes/capes-humboldt-research-fellowship
**Last updated:** 18 Oct 2026

## Eligibility & scope

For Brazilian experienced researchers (doctorate completed within last 12 years, leadership role e.g. assistant professor or head of research group) to conduct research in Germany. Requires good knowledge of German or English depending on field and residence in Brazil.

## Summary

The CAPES-Humboldt Research Fellowship funds Brazilian experienced researchers, who completed their doctorate within the last 12 years and hold a leadership role, to carry out research in Germany with a self-chosen host institution. It pays €3,600 per month plus additional benefits for a stay of 6 to 18 months, which can be split into up to three visits over three years. The application is submitted jointly to the Humboldt Foundation and CAPES, and the call runs biannually.

## Who should apply

- Brazilian researchers who completed their doctorate within the last 12 years
- Applicants currently in or moving toward a leadership role in their research group or institution
- Researchers residing in Brazil at the time of application
- Candidates who have identified a host researcher at a German university or research institution
- Researchers with working proficiency in German or English as required by their field

## Key dates

- Deadline: 30 November 2026, 17:00 Brasilia time (Call 27 round)
- Single-stage application submitted jointly to the Humboldt Foundation and CAPES, including a host statement
- Fellowship duration: 6-18 months, divisible into up to 3 stays within 3 years; call runs biannually with the next round expected December 2026

## Tips for applicants

- Secure a strong host statement early, the German host must confirm concrete research facilities, and this is submitted as part of the joint application.
- Match your language proficiency (German or English) to your field's norms, since the requirement varies by discipline.
- Plan your stay structure in advance if you intend to split the 6-18 months across multiple visits, since this must be outlined in the application.

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does the CAPES-Humboldt Research Fellowship pay?

It provides €3,600 per month plus additional benefits such as travel and family allowances.

### Who is eligible for the CAPES-Humboldt Research Fellowship?

Brazilian experienced researchers who completed their doctorate within the last 12 years and hold a leadership role, residing in Brazil at the time of application.

### How long is the CAPES-Humboldt Research Fellowship?

It runs 6 to 18 months total, which can be split into up to 3 separate stays in Germany within a 3-year period.

### Do I need a host in Germany to apply?

Yes, applicants must self-select a host researcher at a German university or research institution who confirms available research facilities.

### How often does the CAPES-Humboldt call open?

The call runs biannually, with the current round (Call 27) deadline on 30 November 2026 and the next round expected around December 2026.

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