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DAAD Artists-in-Berlin — 2028 Film, Literature, Music & Sound Residencies
- Deadline
- 15 December 2026 at 23:59 CET for the open disciplines, not visual arts. For optional physical work samples, the current FAQ separately states a 1 December postmark cutoff without specifying a year; confirm that postal cutoff with DAAD. Postal samples may only be sent from within the EU, and online submission is still required.Organiser timezone: Europe/Berlin
DAAD Artists-in-Berlin Program
Award residencies for established international practitioners: six months for film and twelve for literature or music/sound. This open call does not accept visual-art applications; that category is selected through specialist-jury nominations.
- Who can apply
- Established international artists, including African nationals. Primarily Germany-based applicants excluded unless first registered there no more than 15 months before deadline. German/dual nationals abroad need at least six years primary residence abroad. Alumni, school students and recent graduates excluded; doctoral students eligible. No upper age limit or degree requirement.
- What you receive
- Monthly stipend for living expenses and rent (amount not published), furnished apartment, return travel/luggage and optional German lessons. Insurance premiums deducted from stipend.
- Application fee
- Application fee not stated.
Reviewed 29 Oct 2026
Source checked 5 Nov 2026Check the fit : DAAD Artists-in-Berlin — 2028 Film, Literature, Music & Sound Residencies
Source checked 5 Nov 2026Check the fit : DAAD Artists-in-Berlin — 2028 Film, Literature, Music & Sound Residencies