Goethe-Institut Travel Grants for Artists Performing in Germany

The Goethe-Institut offers travel grants for music projects by ensembles from developing and transition countries that cannot afford international travel. The grant typically takes the form of a travel grant and is open to professional and amateur ensembles and artists.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Applicants must be from developing or transition countries (refer to the DAC list).
• The applicant ensemble must demonstrate a high level of musicianship.
• The project must have cultural significance.
• Artistic exchange must be central to the project.
• A coherent program and schedule are required.

Ineligible Projects:

• Projects primarily for fundraising.
• Short trips or those mainly for tourism.
• Folklore events.
• Projects promoting partisan, religious, or ideological views.

Benefits: Travel grant.

Required Documents:

• Completed application form.
• Detailed project description.
• Recent audio recording (link).
• Brief history of the ensemble.
• Detailed timetable and schedule.
• Invitation from the applicant to the foreign ensemble.
• Two quotes from independent tour operators or an online price comparison portal.
• Numbered list of participants (role, date of birth, residence).

Applications for music projects in Germany must be submitted at least six months before the planned start date.