Sabbatical Bench Fee

Up to €2,000/month||3–12 months

Quarterly deadlines: March 1, June 1, September 1, December 1 (5 pm); at least 3 months before sabbatical start

Last seen in a scan/import: 3 Jul 2026.

Catalog updated: 15 Jun 2026.

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Details

Funder	FWO
Budget	Up to €2,000/month
Duration	3–12 months
Consortium	No
Application	Single stage — application submitted via host institution head to FWO
Frequency	Continuous
Eligible countries	BE

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.