Call for applications for the Prague – UNESCO City of Literature 2026 creative residency program
Do you have a breathtaking project you would like to work on during your residency in Prague? Prague City of Literature offers an opportunity to writers and translators to live and work in the beautiful city centre for two months.
The eight two-month residencies in 2026 will take place:
• January–February
• March–April
• May–June
• July–August
• September–October
• November–December
Selection criteria include:
• Basic knowledge of the English language
• At least one published literary work (not self-published) or two broadcast or published radio dramas or one carried out or published theater play or at least one translated work of a Czech author
• Willingness to participate in the local literary life (author readings, meeting students, talks, activities arranged by the receiving institution or connected to the cultural events of the city)
• Working on the writings during the stay
Accommodation and travel expenses are covered by Prague City of Literature. Residents will also receive a scholarship of CZK 15,000 (approx. €600 per month).
Find out more
here
Deadline: August 18, 2025, 11.59 pm CET