How to apply for a residency

Are you active in the performing arts as an artist, arts worker or researcher? And are you looking for studio time in Brussels? Find out how to share an idea, research or project with us here. We review applications with care and curiosity.

Types of Residency

There are four types of residency: 1. Studio residency for research or creation: 2 open calls per year, next deadline 1 December (applications possible from 1 September onwards). Duration: around two weeks. Budget: flat fee of €750 for small expenses. 2. Embedded residency in healthcare: Next round in 2026-2027. Duration: to be discussed. Budget: (part-time) salary following PC 304. 3. Embedded residency in public space: Timing September-December 2026. Application deadline: 31 May 2026. Duration: 1 month full time or 2 months halftime. Budget: salary following PC 304. 4. Embedded residency at Decoratelier: Timing 3 until 25 October 2026 or 21 September - 9 October 2026. Application deadline: 31 May 2026. Budget: €5,000.