ARES Scholarships in Belgium for Developing Countries

WARNING! The application procedure is online via the GIRAF platform. Do not send any personal data (passport photos, copies of diplomas, etc.) by e-mail. If you receive such a request by e-mail, it is probably a phishing attempt. 

Who can apply?

The candidate must:

• Be a permanent resident and work in one of the 31 eligible countries (list below). Exception: Palestinian nationals are eligible even if they do not reside in one of these 31 countries.
• Be a holder of:
  • For specialised masters and continuing education courses:
    • hold a degree comparable to a 2^nd cycle diploma (300 ECTS credits) from a Belgian university;
  • For specialisation baccalaureates:
    • hold a diploma comparable to a 1^st cycle diploma (180 ECTS credits) from Belgian higher education.
• Demonstrate at least two years’ relevant professional experience in an ARES partner country.

How do I apply?

• Online via the GIRAF platform.
• Steps to follow to apply:
  1. Have a Giraf account (create one or use your account if it has already been created and validated by ARES).
  2. Access the application form by clicking on Application for international training 2026-2027 > My tasks > Competitive calls.
  3. Fill in the form (it can be filled in several times. You can find it in Competitive calls > My tasks).
  4. Submit your application by clicking on Submit my application. Once submitted, you will be able to consult your file in the My submitted files table. However, you will no longer be able to modify it.

Country: Belgium

Application Deadline: 19th September, 2025

HOW TO APPLY

Click Here to Submit your Application on the University’s Website