Pro Helvetia Residency in Switzerland 2027

Pro Helvetia has opened applications for its Residency in Switzerland 2027. This program is designed for artists and cultural practitioners who wish to immerse themselves in a different daily context for up to three months.

🖌️ About Pro Helvetia Residency in Switzerland

Residencies are aimed at providing artists and cultural practitioners with the opportunity to engage in a new environment. The program is conducted in collaboration with a network of partners active in various artistic fields and formats.

🎁 Benefits of Pro Helvetia Residency in Switzerland

The program offers the following benefits:

• Accommodation
• Travel costs
• Daily allowances
• Coach: A cultural professional from the local artistic field to facilitate networking and exchange
• Workstation (on request)
• Contribution towards production/material costs (on request)
• Additional financial support of up to CHF 1,000 per month for childcare or travel expenses for children and, if necessary, a carer. This applies even if the child/children stay at home. Applicants must present a budget of all expenses in advance.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

The residency is open to:

• Artists and cultural practitioners from the regions of the liaison offices, including:
  • Arab region
  • East Asia
  • South America
  • South Asia and Vietnam
  • West Africa
  • Central Africa
  • East Africa
  • Southern Africa
• Applicants active in any of the disciplines supported by Pro Helvetia.
• Both individuals and artist duos are welcome to apply.

📝 Application Process

Applicants must submit the following:

1. Title and brief description of the proposal
2. Motivation explaining the professional interest in the selected destination
3. Desired length of stay and chosen destination
4. CV and portfolio

Note: All applications must be submitted in English.

📅 Application Deadline

• 01 March, 2026

🌐 Application Portal

• View details of the Pro Helvetia Residency in Switzerland
• Apply directly via the Pro Helvetia application portal

This residency provides a unique opportunity for artists and cultural practitioners to expand their horizons and engage with a new cultural context. Don't miss the chance to apply!

• Accommodation
• Travel costs
• Daily allowances
• Coach: a cultural professional from the local artistic field, facilitating networking and exchange
• Workstation (on request)
• Contribution towards production/material costs (on request)
• Financial support of up to CHF 1,000 per month for childcare responsibilities.