# Mobility projects China

**Funder:** FWO
**Duration:** 2 years
**Consortium:** Required — joint project between Flemish and Chinese (NSFC) research groups
**Eligible countries:** BE
**Official call:** https://www.fwo.be/en/support-programmes/all-calls/mobility/mobility-projects-china/
**Last verified:** 20 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Supports two-year joint mobility projects exchanging researchers between Flanders and China in partnership with NSFC. Requires a joint application from a Flemish and a Chinese research group.

## Summary

FWO Mobility Projects China funds two-year joint research projects exchanging researchers between Flanders and China, in partnership with the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC). The call requires a consortium of one Flemish research group and one Chinese research group working collaboratively on a shared research question. This is FWO's flagship bilateral mobility scheme with China, emphasising researcher exchange and capacity-building.

## Who should apply

- Flemish research groups (universities or recognised institutes) with an established relationship or new collaboration plan with a Chinese NSFC-affiliated group
- Projects proposing researcher visits and exchange in both directions
- Any research discipline eligible to both FWO and NSFC
- Groups capable of managing joint governance and dual funding streams

## Key dates

- Call currently open; check FWO website for exact deadline
- Two-year project duration

## Tips for applicants

- Both partners must submit jointly and in parallel through their respective funders (FWO and NSFC); late or uncoordinated submissions jeopardise evaluation.
- Emphasise the research synergy and mutual benefit; FWO reviews these as genuine collaborations, not one-directional training visits.
- Budget planning must account for different funder caps and rules; liaise with both FWO and NSFC advisors early to align budget ceilings and eligible costs.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the FWO Mobility Projects China grant?

It funds two-year joint research projects between Flemish and Chinese research groups, with researcher exchange in both directions and shared governance.

### Do I need a Chinese partner to apply?

Yes, the consortium requirement mandates a joint application from both a Flemish research group and a Chinese research group affiliated with NSFC.

### How long is the FWO Mobility Projects China project?

Projects run for two years, with researcher visits and exchange activities spanning the duration.

### Is FWO Mobility Projects China open now?

The call is currently open; check the FWO website for the exact deadline and submission portal.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/fwo-mobility-projects-china-2026) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.