Application guidelines
Submissions are open through spring 2027
Before submitting an application to participate in the MOST IV programme, please read the information on this page as well as the full version of the Application Guidelines in the “Documents” section.
Participation Criteria
Over 18
Citizenship
Belarusian nationals (residing in Belarus or any other country)
Professional sphere
One of six focus sectors
Mobility duration
3 to 90 days
Application deadline
At least 3 months before the start of mobility
Destination countries
EU countries other than the country of residence
MOST Participation Stages
STEP 1
Read the Application Guidelines
No time limit
The Application Guidelines are available for download in three languages (Belarusian, Russian, English).
STEP 2
Come up with the purpose of mobility
No time limit
Think about what it is that you want to achieve with your mobility.
To achieve this goal, what format, location and dates of mobility are appropriate?
STEP 3
Plan the mobility
No time limit
Develop a daily plan for your mobility. Make cooperation agreements with the EU partners, ask them to send you the necessary invitations.
If you do not have any professional contacts in the EU, consider using our help (see below under “Matchmaking with potential EU partners”).
STEP 4
Fill out and submit the application
At least 3 months before the start of mobility
Register on the Goethe Application Portal. Fill out and submit the application there.
For guidance, use our video or text tutorials (see “Application submission instructions” below).
STEP 5
Wait for the application to be evaluated
Up to 5 weeks
Your application will go through several stages: formal criteria evaluation, and then expert evaluation by three independent jury members from your sector.
STEP 6
Agree on the contract and sign it.
Up to 3 weeks
If your application is approved by the jury, you will be contacted by the programme manager to finalise the details of the mobility and to sign the contract.
STEP 7
Start your mobility
3 to 90 days
Soon after signing the contract, you can start your mobility! We recommend that you familiarise yourself with the report forms (see the “Documents” section) before you begin your trip.
During your mobility, make notes of key events and insights, and take photos.
STEP 8
Share your mobility results
2 weeks and 6 months upon return
Participants are expected to share their experience with their professional communities and submit a report within 2 weeks of their return. The final report is submitted 6 months after the trip.
Application Guidelines
Questions and answers regarding the MOST programme
What could a mobility trip aim to achieve?
Is there a budgeted limit for MOST-supported mobilities?
Is visa assistance provided?
Does the MOST programme offer advice on how to prepare an application?
What if I don’t have any contacts in the EU?
We can help you by providing several ideas and suggestions for your mobility, including potential opportunities with EU partners.
Application Instructions
Applications for the MOST programme are submitted via the Goethe Application Portal (GAP). Video and text instructions for completing the GAP application with screenshots are available below.
Detailed instructions
Short guide
Documents
Important documents to download for your reference
Application guidelines
Version as at 25 November 2024 (PDF)
Application form
The application form is provided for your reference.
The application for the participation in the MOST programme has to be filled out exclusively via the Goethe Application Portal.
Budget template
Instructions for completing the budget template are included in the file (Excel)
Do you have a question?
Use this form to ask a question to the MOST IV project team. The answer will be sent to your email address.