# Sabbatical Bench Fee

**Funder:** FWO
**Budget:** Up to €2,000/month
**Deadline:** 1 June 2026 (Quarterly deadlines: March 1, June 1, September 1, December 1 (5 pm); at least 3 months before sabbatical start)
**Duration:** 3–12 months
**Consortium:** No
**Application:** Single stage — application submitted via host institution head to FWO
**Frequency:** Continuous
**Eligible countries:** BE
**Official call:** https://www.fwo.be/en/support-programmes/all-calls/senior-researchersresearch-teams/sabbatical-bench-fee/
**Last updated:** 15 Jun 2026

## Eligibility & scope

For ZAP-position holders (≥80%) at Flemish Community universities, or equivalent doctorate-holding staff at specified Flemish institutions. Covers research expenses during sabbatical leave (not replacement costs). Applications must be submitted in English. Max once per civil year; max 1 year per 3-year term. Cannot be combined with conference/study visit grants.

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