The DAAD Artists-in-Berlin Program invites established international artists in literature, music and sound, and film to live and work in Berlin. Literature and music residencies last 12 months, film residencies six. The DAAD pays a monthly stipend and provides a furnished apartment and travel. Applications for 2028 close on 15 December 2026 at 23:59 CET. German nationals and artists who live mainly in Germany cannot apply.
Who can apply
Nationality
Artists of every nationality except German may apply, so Tunisian artists qualify. Artists who live mainly in Germany are excluded, unless they registered there no more than fifteen months before the deadline.
Profile
For established artists in literature, music and sound, or film who have their own voice and standing. Students and recent graduates are not considered; doctoral students may apply. There is no age limit.
Application
The online form is in English only: one PDF of up to 15 MB and three works. Writers send up to three published books, not manuscripts. No recommendation letters and no email applications.
Funding and what it does not cover
The DAAD pays a monthly stipend for living costs and rent, provides a furnished apartment and pays an economy flight with luggage. Health insurance is available if needed and is deducted from the stipend. The stipend amount is not published.
Covered
Monthly stipend for living costs and rent
Furnished apartment in Berlin
Economy flight and luggage costs
Health insurance if needed, deducted from the stipend
