# Scientific Exchanges

**Funder:** SNSF
**Budget:** CHF 5,000–25,000 depending on event duration
**Duration:** Up to 6 months
**Consortium:** No
**Frequency:** Continuous
**Eligible countries:** CH
**Official call:** https://www.snf.ch/en/wSd33rwrhn7Q16jI/funding/science-communication/scientific-exchanges
**Last verified:** 24 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Funds short research stays (up to 6 months) for Swiss-based researchers visiting abroad, or for inviting foreign researchers to Switzerland. Also supports organising conferences in Switzerland. Host institution must be in Switzerland.

## Summary

SNSF Scientific Exchanges supports Swiss researchers to organise scientific events, conferences, seminars, workshops, whether one-day or multi-day, in physical, online, or hybrid format. Funding ranges from CHF 5,000 for a single day up to CHF 25,000 for events lasting five days or more. The call is rolling, with submission windows published on the SNSF portal.

## Who should apply

- Swiss-based researchers leading or co-organising a scientific event
- Event organisers in any discipline eligible for SNSF funding
- Events planned for Switzerland or with Swiss institutional affiliation

## Key dates

- Rolling submission; check SNSF portal for submission windows
- Events may be spread across non-consecutive days

## Tips for applicants

- Budget scales by event duration: single-day events typically receive up to CHF 5,000; five-day or longer events up to CHF 25,000. Plan your event scope accordingly.
- Online and hybrid events are funded at the same rate as physical events; format does not affect eligibility.
- Submit during the open window on the SNSF portal; rolling calls mean no single annual deadline.

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does SNSF Scientific Exchanges pay for an event?

CHF 5,000 for a one-day event up to CHF 25,000 for events of five or more days; intermediate durations receive funding between these amounts.

### Can I apply for SNSF Scientific Exchanges if my event is online?

Yes, online and hybrid events are eligible for funding at the same rate as physical events.

### When is the deadline for SNSF Scientific Exchanges?

The call is rolling with submission windows published on the SNSF portal; there is no single annual deadline.

### Do the days in my event need to be consecutive?

No, events may span non-consecutive days and still qualify for funding.

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