The DAAD Re-Invitation Program is designed for individuals who have previously received a DAAD scholarship and wish to return to Germany for research or work projects. It is open to all former DAAD scholars, including those who had a DAAD EPOS scholarship. The program lets them do research at a recognized university or institute in Germany for 1 to 3 months. There is no application fee, and individuals from any country are eligible to apply. The program is fully funded by the German Federal Foreign Office, which means it covers all costs. Below, you’ll find more information about who can apply, what financial support is offered, and how to apply.
Details About the DAAD Re-Invitation Program 2026
- Host Country: Germany
- Location: German Universities or Institutes
- Duration: 1 to 3 Months
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: Check on the DAAD Website
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Who can apply?
- Graduates
- Post-Doctoral Researchers
- Faculties
Financial Benefits
The Program Covers:
- Monthly Stipend
- Travel Expenses to/from Germany
- Health Insurance by DAAD
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What can be funded?
- Research or Working Projects at German universities and research institutes.
- Professional Stays in business, administration, culture, or media (for non-academic professionals).
Types of Programs
There are two types of Programs:
- Re-invitation Program for Former Scholarship Holders
- Re-invitation Programme for Former Scholarship Holders of Development-Related Postgraduate Courses
1) Re-invitation Program for Former Scholarship Holders
- Previous DAAD scholarship recipients (research or study, over six months’ funding from the Federal Foreign Office).
- Former GDR scholarship holders who studied in Germany for at least one year.
2) Re-invitation Program for Former Scholarship Holders of the Development-Related Postgraduate Courses
Former DAAD EPOS scholarship holders who completed their studies.
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Eligibility Criteria
- You must have received an offer from Germany.
- This program is open to all citizens.
- Applicants must not have lived in Germany for at least the past three years.
How to Apply for the DAAD Re-Invitation Program?
Candidates must apply online from the DAAD website. Select your country and see the application procedure. The link to the official website is given below.
