# SNSF Postdoc.Mobility 2026

**Funder:** SNSF
**Budget:** Subsistence grant + travel allowance, ~24 months (+ optional 3-12mo return phase)
**Deadline:** 4 August 2026 (Closes 4 Aug 2026 17:00 CEST. Final Postdoc.Mobility call (scheme retiring).)
**Duration:** Up to 24 months + return phase
**Consortium:** No — individual fellowship + host institution abroad
**Application:** Single-stage (mySNF)
**Frequency:** Final call (scheme retiring; replacement scheme from 2028)
**Eligible countries:** CH
**Official call:** https://www.snf.ch/en/XIZpfY3iVS5KRRoD/funding/careers/postdoc-mobility
**Last verified:** 18 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

SNSF Postdoc.Mobility funds researchers with a strong link to Switzerland (Swiss degree or research at a Swiss institution) to do a postdoc abroad, with an optional funded return phase to Switzerland. Outgoing-mobility scheme.

## Summary

SNSF Postdoc.Mobility funds postdoctoral researchers with a Swiss education or research background to pursue 12-24 months of research abroad, with an optional funded return phase to Switzerland. The fellowship covers subsistence and travel costs (€50,000-€120,000 depending on destination and duration). This is the final call under the scheme; a replacement programme launches in 2028.

## Who should apply

- Postdoctoral researchers holding a Swiss PhD or with significant recent research experience at a Swiss institution
- Researchers seeking 12-24 months of research experience outside Switzerland
- Applicants with a clearly identified host supervisor and research group abroad
- Early-career researchers building international networks and cross-border competence

## Key dates

- Deadline: 4 August 2026 at 17:00 CEST
- Single-stage evaluation via mySNF
- Up to 24 months outgoing phase, optional 3-12 month return phase to Switzerland

## Tips for applicants

- This is the final call under Postdoc.Mobility; if you are eligible now, apply before the scheme closes, no further rounds will be offered.
- Host identification is critical: SNSF expects a strong, named research group match with a committed supervisor; vague or generic host descriptions weaken applications.
- If you plan a return phase, frame it strategically for Swiss research positioning (new lab launch, grant transition, technology transfer), it is optional but rewarded when justified.

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does SNSF Postdoc.Mobility pay?

Between €50,000 and €120,000 depending on destination country and project duration, covering subsistence, travel, and other eligible costs.

### Who is eligible for SNSF Postdoc.Mobility?

Postdoctoral researchers with a Swiss PhD or with recent significant research experience at a Swiss institution, seeking a postdoc abroad.

### When is the deadline for SNSF Postdoc.Mobility?

4 August 2026 at 17:00 CEST. This is the final call; the scheme is retiring and will be replaced by a new programme in 2028.

### Can I include a return phase to Switzerland?

Yes, an optional funded return phase of 3-12 months to Switzerland can be added after the outgoing mobility period.

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