# DFG-Uniandes Standing Open Procedure (Universidad de los Andes)

**Funder:** DFG
**Budget:** Up to $120 million COP (Research Grants) or up to $35 million COP (Initiation projects)
**Duration:** Up to 3 years (Research Grants) or up to 1 year (Initiation projects)
**Consortium:** Required — collaborative projects between German and Uniandes (Colombia) researchers
**Application:** Single stage — parallel submission to UNIANDES and DFG with joint peer review
**Frequency:** Continuous
**Eligible countries:** DE, CO
**Official call:** https://www.dfg.de/resource/blob/382086/joint-call-uniandes-dfg-2026-2027.pdf
**Last verified:** 20 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Supports collaborative research projects between researchers at German institutions and Universidad de los Andes (Colombia). Proposals can be submitted at any time under the Standing Open Procedure (2026–2027 cycle).

## Summary

The DFG-Uniandes Standing Open Procedure funds collaborative research projects between German and Colombian researchers at Universidad de los Andes, with rolling submissions during 2026-2027. Research Grants support up to three years and can reach 120 million COP, while Initiation projects span one year and cap at 35 million COP. This bilateral mechanism is unique in requiring joint peer review and parallel submission to both institutions.

## Who should apply

- Researchers at German institutions collaborating with Universidad de los Andes (Colombia) counterparts
- Project leads initiating new bilateral research partnerships or formalising existing collaborations
- Teams planning three-year Research Grants or one-year Initiation projects
- Researchers across all disciplines eligible for DFG funding

## Key dates

- Rolling deadline throughout 2026-2027 cycle, submit at any time
- Single-stage joint peer review by DFG and Uniandes
- Up to three years (Research Grants) or one year (Initiation projects)

## Tips for applicants

- Bilateral framing is mandatory: clearly articulate the complementary roles and expertise of both the German and Colombian teams in the joint proposal.
- Parallel submission requires synchronised timelines with your Uniandes partner, coordinate pre-submission planning early to meet DFG deadlines.
- The rolling window means no waiting for a fixed round; draft proposals can be submitted flexibly, but clarify with both institutions whether internal deadlines apply.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the budget for a DFG-Uniandes Research Grant?

Research Grants can reach up to 120 million COP over three years.

### How long do DFG-Uniandes projects last?

Research Grants run for up to three years; Initiation projects span one year.

### Do I need a partner at both institutions?

Yes, the programme requires collaborative projects pairing researchers at German institutions with colleagues at Universidad de los Andes in Colombia.

### When can I submit a proposal under the Standing Open Procedure?

The Standing Open Procedure has a rolling deadline during the 2026-2027 cycle, allowing submissions at any time.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/dfg-uniandes-standing-open-procedure-universidad-d-2026) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.