DAAD Hilde Domin Programme
Study support for people whose education or other rights are at risk in their home country.
German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) · Checked Sep 5, 2026
Who can apply
Afghan candidates can be considered under the worldwide eligibility rules. Applicants need evidence of individual risk, suitable academic qualifications and B2 German or English. Candidates must not already live in Germany or the EU. Medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, pharmacy and law are excluded.
What it covers
Scholarship payments, insurance and a travel allowance; language preparation may also be covered.
How to apply
Ask an eligible German institution or organisation to nominate you. DAAD then invites suitable nominees to apply. University admission is a separate process.
Official sources
Provider’s programme and application instructions ↗
Official eligibility requirements ↗
This summary was checked against the provider’s information on Sep 5, 2026. Afghan eligibility follows the provider’s international nationality rules; all other requirements still apply.