National Bank of Belgium Research Fellowship 2025 for EU-Based Academics
Are you a professor or researcher working within the European Union and dreaming of furthering your research while being part of an elite academic circle? A major opportunity for 2025 has just been announced — and if you’re legally based in the EU, you may be eligible to apply for one of the most competitive Research Fellowship Programs of the year.
Let’s break down the eligibility, the scope of the program, and why this could be your next big academic leap.
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible for this prestigious 2025 Research Fellowship, applicants must meet the following three core conditions:
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Citizenship or Work Authorization
You must be a citizen or permanent resident of an EU Member State, or otherwise legally authorized to work in one. -
Research Activity in the EU
You must currently be conducting or supporting research based in an EU country.
Note: Projects where most, but not all, research is conducted in the EU may still be considered. -
Active Academic Employment
You must hold an active academic position — such as a full, associate, assistant, or visiting professor — at a university located in an EU Member State throughout the duration of the fellowship.
Why You Shouldn’t Miss This?
This 2025 Research Fellowship offers a once-in-a-career opportunity to:
- Collaborate with leading scholars and institutions across the EU
- Advance cutting-edge research supported by robust funding
- Gain access to exclusive academic networks, symposiums, and conferences
- Potentially publish your work in top-tier European research journals.
When & How to Apply?
The official application portal and timeline for this fellowship are expected to open soon. While the exact dates have not yet been released, eligible applicants are encouraged to start preparing the following documents:
- Updated CV and academic employment verification
- Proof of EU residency or work authorization
- Research proposal (if required by the host institution)
- Supporting letters from your department or host university
Apply here: https://www.nbb.be/en/publications-and-research/research-cooperation/nbb-research-fellowship-programme.