# Mobility projects South Korea

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

## Eligibility & scope

Supports two-year joint mobility projects exchanging researchers between Flanders and South Korea in partnership with NRF. Requires a joint application from a Flemish and a South Korean research group.

## Summary

FWO Mobility Projects South Korea supports two-year joint research exchange programmes between Flemish and South Korean research groups, in partnership with the National Research Foundation of South Korea. Both a Flemish and a South Korean group must apply jointly, fostering bilateral collaboration across all disciplines.

## Who should apply

- Research groups based at Flemish (Belgian) institutions
- Research groups with an established partner at a South Korean institution (NRF-affiliated)
- Teams planning researcher exchange and mobility between both countries
- Joint applications from both Flemish and South Korean PIs required

## Key dates

- Call currently open; verify exact deadline on FWO website
- Two-year project duration

## Tips for applicants

- Both the Flemish and South Korean PI must submit a joint application; ensure your partner institution confirms commitment upfront.
- FWO prioritises meaningful researcher exchange in the budget narrative; document how many researchers will visit each partner over the two years.
- Align your project timeline with South Korean (NRF) and Flemish funding cycles; administrative lag can delay kick-off if not synchronised early.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is an FWO Mobility Project with South Korea?

It is a two-year bilateral research collaboration between a Flemish research group and a South Korean (NRF-affiliated) group, with funded researcher exchanges and joint activities.

### Who can apply for FWO Mobility Projects South Korea?

Research groups based at Flemish institutions in partnership with a South Korean research group; both must co-submit a joint application.

### Is a consortium required for FWO Mobility Projects South Korea?

Yes, a joint application from both a Flemish and a South Korean research group is mandatory.

### How long is an FWO Mobility Project with South Korea?

Two years, covering researcher exchanges and joint research activities between the two partners.

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