Applications are now open for the NIAS Safe Haven Fellowship 2026 in the Netherlands . This is a fully-funded fellowship for international candidates from all over the world . The NIAS Fellowship is offered by the Netherlands Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities and Social Sciences. The fellowship is five months long and will take place at NIAS in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, from September to January or from February to June 2026. The NIAS Safe Haven Fellowship is a program that assists researchers, artists, writers, and journalists who cannot safely perform their work in their home country. This is typically due to war, conflict, or other deprivations of their freedom. The Safe Haven Fellowship provides temporary relocation that allows them to continue their work without fear. More details are below.
Details about the 2026 NIAS Safe Haven Fellowship
- Host country : Netherlands
- Location : Amsterdam
- Duration : 5 months
- Dates : September to January or February to June 2026
- Benefits : Fully Funded
- Deadline: December 31, 2025
Financial benefits
The program covers:
- Round-trip flight tickets
- stay
- scholarship
- invitation letter
- private office space
- Access to the library and other facilities.
About the research area
Fellows can continue their research on a project of their choice.
Eligibility criteria
- Candidates from all countries are eligible to apply for the Safe Haven Fellowship.
- For scientific proposals : You will need at least three years of research experience since receiving your PhD by the time of application.
- For technical or journalistic proposals : A PhD or three years of research experience are not required.
- Your proposed project must fall within the humanities or social sciences.
- You must have a good command of the English language.
- Must be physically available 4 days a week.
Required documents
- Project proposal
- Motivational letter
- the biography
- Describe the reason why you are leaving your job.
How to apply for the NIAS Safe Haven Fellowship 2026?
Please submit your complete application using the online form. The official website link is below.