TÜBİTAK, the research council of Türkiye, funds scientists working abroad who spend 7 days to 12 months at a Turkish university or institute. The host scientist in Türkiye applies. Visiting scientists receive up to 81,000 Turkish lira a month and sabbatical scientists up to 105,000, plus one round-trip flight. The next application term runs from 2 to 30 November 2026, closing at 17:30.
Who can apply
Nationality
TÜBİTAK sets no nationality condition: the programme is for scientists working at universities or research institutions abroad. A Tunisian researcher working in Tunisia qualifies through a host in Türkiye.
Host
The host scientist applies. The host must be a full-time staff member of a Turkish institution with at least a doctorate, and applies through TYBS with an electronic signature.
Degree and experience
A PhD certificate is required. Doctorate holders working abroad need at least four years of work at a university, research centre or company. Sabbatical applicants need a leave letter.
Funding and what it does not cover
Visiting scientists receive up to 81,000 Turkish lira a month and sabbatical scientists up to 105,000, pro rata for stays under a month. TÜBİTAK buys one round-trip ticket and pays health insurance of up to 560 lira a month for stays of 3 to 12 months.
Covered
Up to 81,000 Turkish lira a month for visiting scientists
Up to 105,000 Turkish lira a month for scientists on sabbatical
One round-trip ticket from the country of work, bought by TÜBİTAK
Health insurance of up to 560 lira a month for stays of 3 to 12 months
