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Who is a Visiting Fellow? A Visiting Fellow is a qualified researcher who carries out study, research and collaboration activities at a department of the University of Pisa. Holders of research grants or fellowships from the University of Pisa are not included in this category.
The period of stay can last from 1 to 12 months.
You can apply on your own or be invited by a lecturer. In both cases, the procedure requires the approval of the Department Council.
Applicants can submit their application at any time of the year by sending:
The documentation must be sent by e-mail to the CAI of the chosen department.
Invitation Procedure
A lecturer can invite a Visiting Fellow by filling in:
The CAI of the host department evaluates the applications and submits the request to the Department Council for approval.
Upon arrival, the Head of the Department must communicate the details of the Visiting Fellow to the Unità Cooperazione Internazionale using Annex C.
The Visiting Fellow has access to the department’s research facilities and has a dedicated workstation, health insurance coverage and temporary credentials for accessing the University network. He may receive a compensation of up to EUR 3,000 gross per month and, if applicable, reimbursement of travel and accommodation expenses.
The Visiting Fellow can participate in Italian language courses at the University Language Centre at subsidised fees.
During the period of stay, the Visiting Fellow can carry out study, research and collaboration activities approved by the Department and, if qualified, he can also perform teaching activities.
Non-EU citizens must apply for a visa to enter Italy, with some exceptions for short stays. For stays exceeding 90 days, it is necessary to start the procedure for a research clearance and obtain a residence permit within 8 days of arrival. More details at the pages
For information, please contact the CAI of the host department. Support on entry procedures in Italy is provided by the Unità Promozione Internazionale