# 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:** 26 July 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Funds short research stays of up to six months for Swiss researchers visiting abroad or for foreign researchers visiting Switzerland. Also supports the organisation of scientific conferences in Switzerland. Requires a doctorate for incoming international researchers.

## 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.

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