The French Embassy in Germany developed the France “Technologies d’Avenir” Mobility Scholarships 2026 as a competitive short-term research funding program to assist German researchers who want to spend one to three months conducting research in France. The initiative is closely related to the objectives of the Aachen Treaty, which encourages closer cooperation in education, research, and innovation, and it aims to improve scientific cooperation between France and Germany.
The scholarship focuses on high-impact, forward-thinking subjects such as advanced engineering, digital technology, artificial intelligence, energy systems, and environmental sciences. Selected researchers are housed in prestigious French labs and research centers, where they can develop new research ideas in a global setting and contribute to ongoing projects.
The initiative provides funding as well as beneficial academic exposure, enabling scholars to interact with top specialists, have access to cutting-edge facilities, and fortify long-term Franco-German and European research networks.
Host Country: France
University: France Universities
Opportunity Type: Non-Degree, Short-Term Research
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- must be connected to an accredited German university or research facility.
- must fall into one of the following groups:
- Students pursuing master’s degrees
- PhD applicants
- Researchers with postdoctoral degrees
- Researchers in their early careers (within five years of earning a PhD)
- must have a verified French laboratory or host institution.
- must provide a solid and well-prepared research proposal.
Benefits:
- offers monthly cash assistance according to academic standing:
- Postdoctoral scholars: €2,100 a month
- PhD candidates: €1,850 a month
- Master’s students: €1,200 a month
Extra assistance could consist of:
- Travel and living expenses are partially covered
- Additional transportation reimbursement for stays abroad (if appropriate)
Additionally, participants gain from:
- Availability of cutting-edge French laboratories
- Utilizing contemporary research facilities and infrastructure
Required Documents:
- Project proposal (must be completed using the official template)
- Two-page curriculum vitae (CV)
- Proof of enrollment or current institutional affiliation
- Recommendation letter from an academic supervisor or professional reference
- Invitation letter from a host institution in France
Deadline: 20 May 2026
