Formalities

Anyone who would like to come to Münster for a research stay must note one or two things before and after their arrival in Münster: Is a visa needed? Where can I live? Where do I have to register? The Welcome Centre provides assistance on all these questions.
Further information on formalities

Financial support

Funding a stay in Münster can be organized for visiting academics in a variety of ways. In addition to scholarships from the German Academic Exchange Service, Münster University also has its own funding scheme.
Further information on funding

Bringing the family

Münster University is certified as being a family-friendly university. For example, it offers childcare facilities free of charge for the children of visiting academics. The Family Service Bureau also makes arrangements for childcare during the school holidays.
More information on bringing the family

Accommodation

It’s not all that easy to find accommodation in Münster. For this reason the university offers visiting academics help in finding accommodation or gives them the opportunity to live in one of the university’s guesthouses.
Information on accommodation in Münster

Advice and support

The Münster University International Office is the place to contact for all questions concerning international teaching and research. Foreign academics and students can get information here on all aspects of staying in Münster.
Advice and support for visiting academics

Practical Information

At Münster University there are lots of things on offer for visiting academics to help them find their feet in their new city as fast as possible. Practical information on everyday questions (doctors, food and drink, money etc.) can be found on the following website.
Further practical information