Mobility programmes

This programme is established by the European Commission, and National Agencies of Programme countries are responsible for its execution as indirect management. The Spanish Service for Internationalization of Education (SEPIE) is the Spanish National Agency for the management, dissemination, promotion and impact studies of the Erasmus+ programme in the field of education and training. SEPIE performs the tasks of budget implementation, promote and implement the programme at national level and act as links between the European Commission and the participating organizations. Learning mobility opportunities aim to encourage the mobility of students, staff between programme and partner countries. Programme countries are those that are member states of the European Union and 6 non-EU countries and partner countries are those which are not part of the EU but which take part as partner of the programme country. The University of Barcelona has been awarded with scholarships for student and staff from our partner countries.

Information:

- Erasmus+ programme 

- ECTS User guide

- Erasmus Charter

- KA171 presentation

This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein.

Here you can check the financial conditions that will be applied to the Erasmus+ ICM scholarships that we offer

Individual Support

Students will receive a monthly rate according to the real duration academic stay (maximum 5 months):

In case the student stay less than 5 month, he/she will receive the proportional part according to the days.

Staff (teaching and/or training) will receive a daily rate according to the duration of the teaching/training mobility and the duration of the place covered (+2 travel days):

These staff mobility rates apply up to the 14th day of activity, after which the grant drops to 70% of the amount indicated.

Travel allowance

UB will provide a travel aid according to the travel band indicated below and the distance between the home and the host insitutitions. Travel distances must be calculated using the distance calculator supported by the European Commision. The travel distance for one direction is used to calculate the EU grant amount for the round trip.

Distance calculator

Insurance and Visa

The University of Barcelona provides to the participant an insurance for the period covered by the programme. The insurance covers illness, accident, and repatriation.

Beneficiaries are responsible of acquiring the visa prior to the start of the mobility and also of covering the cost of it. Hosting universities will provide the necessary documents to the beneficiary to apply for the visa.

Registration Fees

Beneficiaries will pay registration fees at the home university for the Erasmus+ period awarded. By no means, any participant will have to pay regsitration fees at the hosting university for the mobility period.

Testimonials

Here you can find comments, advices and personal opinion of previous grantees in the programme.

Fertat Chaimae(from Mohamed 5 University in Morocco to UB)

Level: undergraduate

Faculty: Philology and Comunication

What is what you liked most? The friendly atmosphere

What is what you liked less? The costs

3 advices for future students: Keep up the good work and take advantage of the experiece

Summary of the stay: Very proud to be part of the Erasmus+ mobility exchange programme

Cristina Calvo(from UB to University of Sarajevo)

Level: undergraduate

Faculty: Political Science

What is what you liked most? The recommendation of different readings and use different examples to those I am used to

What is what you liked less? Most of the classes were in Bosnian so I couldn't follow the classes normally

3 advices for future students: Be patient for all kinds of efforts. If you have any hobby or other interests, look for an organization with which you can participate

Summary of the stay: I have learned a lot during this experience, not only because it was my first Erasmus but also because of the specific context of the country. The city of Sarajevo is beautiful and has a charm that you can only perceive when after a while living there you go a few days outside and you realize that when you return you feel it as "home".

Wenxuan Zhang(from UB to Universidad Católica Boliviana San Pablo)

Level: PhD

Faculty: Economics and Business

What is what you liked most? Bolivia is a mountainous country and it has incredible landscapes, with valleys and peaks, colored buildings, cable cars. People are always friendly and happy

What is what you liked less? La Paz is located in the altiplano of more than 3500m, so the first days were a bit hard to get used to. Also, banks are a bit tricky. Many places do not accept credit card

3 advices for future students: For altitude sickness, there is a pill called Sorojchi pills. Highly recommended; Do not sports until the altitude sickness disappears; Take money notes for the first days. Currency can be exchanged in shops in the central area of La Paz

Summary of the stay: First encounter with the Andes, la Paz

Mohammat Bahjat(from Damascus University to UB)

Level: master

Faculty: Pharmacy

What is what you liked most? It is a very beautiful city and you can see everything here from mountains, sea, rivers and gardens

What is what you liked less? The difficulties in Barcelona are that housing is very expensive

3 advices for future students: Finding temporary accommodation before coming to Barcelona; Search on social media for roommates; Giving everything right, study time, leisure and rest

Summary of the stay: It was a very beautiful stage on the scientific and social level

Ekaterina Panina(from Moscow State Linguistic University to UB)

Level: undergraduate

Faculty: Philology and Comunication

What is what you liked most? Cultural immersion and a substantial scholarship

What is what you liked less?The organization (I mean paperwork carried out before and during my stay in Barcelona) wasn't always clear. For example, I got my "UNIVERSITY OF BARCELONA ERASMUS+ KA107 GUIDE" only after all the formalities prior to my arrival have been settled. I believe it would have been much easier for me to deal with some questions (for example, questions regarding visa, accommodation, university subjects, etc) if I had recived this guide earlier

3 advices for future students: 1. be active: take every possible opportunity to explore the city. It has a lot to offer. 2. try not to be shy: go out and socialise with locals or other exchange students from different countries. 3. take lots of photos:you will cherish the time you spent in Barcelona

Summary of the stay: Erasmus experience in Barcelona is unforgettable because you get to know a new culture and make lifelong friends

Wang Yingping(from Beijing Normal University to UB)

Level: undergraduate

Faculty: Law

What is what you liked most? I like the environment of Barcelona. Regarding my life at UB, the teaching mode of discussion is my favorate part.

What is what you liked less? BMaybe the securities issues. Most of my friends were stolen at least once during our stay there

3 advices for future students: Taking part in the classes actively, making friends with more classmates

Summary of the stay:Cherish the valuable period at UB

Jemimah Mulu(from University of Nairobi to UB)

Level: master

Faculty: Biology

What is what you liked most? The transport connection and the touristic sites in Barcelona.

What is what you liked less? The search for accommodation

3 advices for future students: Please arrange for your accommodation early enough; be ready for surprises on arrival; be flexible and have a strong mind to navigate around unforeseen circumstances

Summary of the stay: The stay was so good and helpful with great academic exposure

Marina Krsmanovic(from University of Sarajevo to UB)

Level: master

Faculty: Geography and History

What is what you liked most? The mentality of people of Barcelona amazed me. Everyone is smiling and easy to communicate with, they are interested in meeting new people and learning about different cultures and traditions. Some professors whose classes I have listened to in Barcelona have changed my understanding of art and influenced my artistic expression. Barcelona is the perfect city that has countless possibilities and everyone can find something for themselves. Beautiful city with amazing architecture, weather and culture. If I ever find a way to study at UB once again I will seize that opportunity without second thought

What is what you liked less? The fact that I could not stay longer

3 advices for future students: Don't hesitate to apply; Finish the paperwork and find the accommodation on time, ENJOY THE BEST TIME OF YOUR LIFE!

Summary of the stay: Studying in Barcelona was the best decision I ever made!

Antoni Sánchez(from UB to Yarmouk University in Jordan)

Level: undergraduate

Faculty: Pharmacy

What is what you liked most? Unlike other types of Erasmus in Europe, at the University of Yarmouk it includes foreign students in all the activities carried out. The local students always tried to make us feel at home helping us at all times. Some subjects taught purely in Arabic, the teachers agreed to do private tutoring to explain the content of the subject again. They make you feel at home from the first moment

What is what you liked less? Being a country of Muslim religious majority, at first it is difficult to adapt to customs. It is true that the classes in Arabic were a bit difficult, especially at the beginning since I had never studied that language. But little by little the ear is getting used to it and the satisfaction of being able to understand a class in your area in Arabic is very satisfying

3 advices for future students: Leave prejudices aside, Iniciative to learn from a new culture and be open-minded to any situation

Summary of the stay: My experience in Jordan was unique. I had the great opportunity to make friends from the different countries of the Middle East (Jordan, Iraq, Syria, Yemen, Saudi Arabia), thanks to that I was able to know first hand what was happening at that time. I had never known Arab culture and thanks to being in a small city where there were very few European students, all my friendships were local people who day by day taught me their culture and customs. It was a total immersion in the culture and thanks to that I learnt Arabic.

Call for applications

TEACHING/TRAINING MOBILITY TO UB

• Call for applications for 2025/2026: teaching/training OPEN
• Ammendment of the Annex 1
• Application period: UNTIL 01/06/2026
• Teaching Agreement - Training agreement
• Application form: FORM
• Request of documents

STUDENT MOBILITY TO UB

• Exceptional call for applications for 2025/2026 CLOSED
• Application period: 01/09/2025 - 23/09/2025
• Request of documents
• Resolution

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• Exceptional call for applications for 2025/2026, ammendment of the call CLOSED
• Application period: 27/10/2025-10/11/2025
• Request of documents

The Coimbra Group Scholarship Programme has offered young researchers from outside the EU the opportunity to carry out part of their research for a period of one to three months at a Coimbra Group University since 1999. Initially established to assist scholars from Eastern Europe and the Western Balkans, the programme has since widened its geographical scope to include young researchers from Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa and the wider European neighbourhood.

The University of Barcelona has taken part of the Scholarship Programme since 2007, hosting grantees from the different geographical areas. In the 2025 edition our participation will be focused on Sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America as it follows:

• Scholarship Programme for Young African Researchers. CLOSED: Applicants must fill in the on-line application form before 31 March 2025 midnight (Brussels time).
• Scholarship Programme for Young Professors and Researchers from Latin American Universities. CLOSED: Applicants must fill in the on-line application form before 31 March 2025 midnight (Brussels time).
• Scholarship Programme for Young Researchers from Neighbouring Countries. CLOSED: Applicants must fill in the on-line application form before 31 March 2025 midnight (Brussels time).

https://www.coimbra-group.eu/scholarships/sub-saharan-africa/

The main aim of this scholarship programme is to enable scholars to undertake research in which they are engaged in their home institution and to help them to establish academic and research contacts.

What the University of Barcelona offers:

• Number of Grants: 1
• Duration period: 1 - 3 months
• Amount available: 1.500€ per month (to cover accommodation and living expenses).

Note:

• The University does not fund the travel costs.
• The University does not provide insurance for visitors.

What the University of Barcelona demands:

• Eligible countries: All (all African countries except Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, and Tunisia -applicants from these countries are eligible under the Scholarship Programme for Young Researchers from the European Neighbourhood-)
• Academic Offer
• Eligible period: the academic year 2025/2026 (from 15/09/2025 to 15/07/2026). The dates of the stay will be agreed with the supervisor at the University of Barcelona.

Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants should be:

1. Be born on or after 01-01-1980.
2. Be nationals of and current residents in Sub-Saharan Africa eligible country.
3. Be current staff members of a university or an equivalent higher education institution in Sub-Saharan Africa eligible country.
4. Be preferably of doctoral/postdoctoral or equivalent status.
5. Be in possession of an acceptance letter/email from the tutor/supervisor with whom the work programme will be undertaken in the host institution. This document is mandatory.
6. Use the Coimbra Group Office electronic application process.
7. Apply for one university only. Multiple applications will not be considered valid.
8. Submit all information in English only.

Remarks:

• Female candidates are encouraged to apply and will be prioritised.
• Applicants who could benefit from the scholarship for the first time will be prioritised.
• The research project proposal should be aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals of 2030 Agenda and the expected results lead to further academic actions between home and host institutions.
• Applicants (preferably doctoral students, postdoctoral or junior researchers) should establish contact with a supervising professor at the university, according to the academic offer, in order to obtain the invitation letter.
• The Office of Mobility and International Programmes cannot issue invitation letters for research purposes.
• For additional information, the programme contact person is Ms. Marta Arias (marta.arias@ub.edu).

Application Procedure:
Online application form: https://www.coimbra-group.eu/scholarships/sub-saharan-africa/ (pay attention to the Important information for applicants' section).
Applicants must fill in the on-line application form before the deadline.
Applications should be submitted in English

https://www.coimbra-group.eu/scholarships/latin-america-la/

The programme offers grants to finance short-term research visits, aims at favouring mobility and academic exchange between the two regions, Europe and Latin America.

What the University of Barcelona offers:

• Number of Grants: 1
• Duration period: 1 - 3 months
• Amount available: 1.500€ per month (to cover accommodation and living expenses).

Note:

• The University does not fund the travel costs.
• The University does not provide insurance for visitors.

What the University of Barcelona demands:

• Eligible countries: All (All Latin American countries are eligible).
• Academic Offer
• Eligible period: the academic year 2025/2026 (from 15/09/2025 to 15/07/2026). The dates of the stay will be agreed with the supervisor at the University of Barcelona.

Eligibility Criteria:
Requirements for the applicants:

1. To be a national of and currently resident in a Latin American eligible country. Candidates already living and/or studying in Europe will not be considered.
2. To hold a university degree or equivalent.
3. To be linked as a professor or researcher to a Latin American University (from the eligible countries) recognised as such by the authorities of the country.
4. To use the Coimbra Group Office electronic application process. Only one application per candidate will be accepted.
5. To submit online an Acceptance Letter from the tutor/partner with whom the work programme will be undertaken in the host institution. This document is mandatory.
6. To be born on or after 01-01-1985.

Remarks:

• Applicants who could benefit from the scholarship for the first time will be prioritised.
• The research project proposal should be aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals of 2030 Agenda and the expected results lead to further academic actions between home and host institutions.
• Applicants (preferably doctoral students, postdoctoral or junior researchers) should establish contact with a supervising professor at the university, according to the academic offer, in order to obtain the invitation letter.
• The Office of Mobility and International Programmes cannot issue invitation letters for research purposes.
• For additional information, the programme contact person is Ms. Marta Arias (marta.arias@ub.edu).

Application Procedure:
Online application form: https://www.coimbra-group.eu/scholarships/latin-america-la/ (pay attention to the Important information for applicants section).
Applicants must fill in the on-line application form before the deadline.
Applications can be submitted both in English or Spanish.

https://www.coimbra-group.eu/scholarships/european-neighbourhood/

The main aim of this scholarship programme is to enable scholars to undertake research in which they are engaged in their home institution and to help them to establish academic and research contacts. The scholarships are financially supported by the Coimbra Group member universities participating in this programme, while the Coimbra Group Office is in charge of the administrative management of the applications.

What the University of Barcelona offers:

• Number of Grants: 1
• Duration period: 1 - 3 months
• Amount available: 1.500€ per month (to cover accommodation and living expenses).

Notes:

• The University does not fund the travel costs.
• The University does not provide insurance for visitors.

What the University of Barcelona demands:

• Eligible countries: All (Albania, Algeria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Egypt, Republic of Northern Macedonia, Georgia, Israel, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Libya, Moldova, Montenegro, Morocco, the Palestinian Authority, Russia, Serbia, Syria, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Ukraine and Uzbekistan)
• Academic Offer
• Eligible period: the academic year 2025/2026 (from 15/09/2025 to 15-07-2026). The dates of the stay will be agreed with the supervisor at the University of Barcelona.

Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants should be:

1. Be born on or after 01-01-1990.
2. Be nationals of and current residents in one of the above-listed countries.
3. Be current staff members of a university or an equivalent higher education institution in one of the above-listed countries.
4. Be preferably of postdoctoral or equivalent status.
5. Be in possession of an acceptance letter/email from the tutor/supervisor with whom the work programme will be undertaken in the host institution. This document is mandatory.
6. Use the Coimbra Group Office electronic application process.
7. Submit all information in English only.
8. Apply for one university only. Multiple applications will not be considered valid.

Remarks:

• Applicants who could benefit from the scholarship for the first time will be prioritised.
• The research project proposal should be aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals of 2030 Agenda and the expected results lead to further academic actions between home and host institutions.
• Applicants (preferably doctoral students, postdoctoral or junior researchers) should establish contact with a supervising professor at the university, according to the academic offer, in order to obtain the invitation letter.
• The Office of Mobility and International Programmes cannot issue invitation letters for research purposes.
• For additional information, the programme contact person is Ms. Marta Arias (marta.arias@ub.edu).

Application Procedure:
Online application form: https://www.coimbra-group.eu/scholarships/european-neighbourhood/
(pay attention to the Important information for applicants section).
Applicants must fill in the on-line application form before the deadline.
Applications should be submitted in English.