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Kala Yatra International Artist Residency, Nepal, 2025 – 2026

Kala Yatra Artist ResidencyNepal

105daysCloses 31 December 202617 of 122 days used · last checked 31 August 2026
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Kathmandu, Nepal — not a photograph of this opportunity. Amitbalani, CC0, Wikimedia Commons

The short answer

A residency from Kala Yatra Artist Residency, Nepal. Applications close 31 December 2026. Official terms last checked 31 August 2026.

Not stated by the organiserwhat it pays, who can apply, the selection odds. Blank is never read as favourable, and nothing here is estimated to fill it.

Closes
31 December 2026
Entry
Fees and support Residency Fee Structure: € 200 (two weeks / 14 Days) € 400 (a month/ 30 Days) € 300 ( a month/ 30 Days – for SAARC Artist)* *We offer promotional or reduced residency fee exclusively to artists who are both residents and citizens of SAARC countries (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka). Please visit our website for current residency fee and other art related opportunities.
Support
Fee-based
Evidence checked
31 August 2026

In the organiser's words

What the official page says.

Quoted from kalayatra.org and checked on 31 August 2026. This is the organiser's description, reproduced as captured. It has not been through the evidence checks that produced the figures above.

Kala Yatra is an artist-run, not-for-profit collective that curates concept-based exhibitions, socially relevant projects, and artist residencies while also engaging the community through workshops and educational outreach. By promoting artistic thoughts and practices, Kala Yatra fosters important momentum for social transformation. Kala Yatra is a space for in-betweenness, fostering cross-border, cross-disciplinary, and multi-perspective exchanges in thought and practice.

It is both a physical and conceptual journey – a process-driven exploration of art, culture, and Nepal’s socio-political landscape. Dedicated to diversity and equity, Kala Yatra provides a vibrant platform for artists from varied backgrounds, including those often underrepresented. It cultivates an environment of open dialogue and collaboration, encouraging brainstorming, shared creative processes, and the co-development of ideas.

Through informal events and initiatives, Kala Yatra celebrates diverse cultures and perspectives while fostering an inclusive community focused on sustainable growth and lasting connections. Artists may embrace a non-productive mode, free from deadlines and formalities, to research, reflect, and explore their practice. In our artist residency in Kathmandu, Nepal – artists will benefit from a supportive art community and valuable resources. We prioritize not only residents’ endeavours but also the relationships and collaborations that may emerge.

Duration

We offer residency space year-round. If you’re interested, please complete the application form according to our guidelines and email it to us. The self-funded residency offers flexibility with year-round availability. Stays start at a minimum of 2 weeks and can extend to a month or more, depending on availability. While there is no specific deadline, we recommend giving yourself sufficient time to complete the necessary preparations, including submitting your application, arranging visas and travel, securing health insurance, and arranging payment/funding.

Accommodation

Residents stay in private, self-catering accommodations with access to the internet, a shared kitchen, dining area, and a small common workspace. The space comfortably accommodates one to five residents, and partners are welcome with prior communication and confirmation.

Disciplines & equipment

Our residency programs are open to, but not limited to, the following professions: Visual Artist, Painter, Sculptor, Ceramist, Print Maker, Performing Artist, Musician, Writer, New Media Artist, Curator, Film Makers, Theater Artist, Architect, Art Critics,

Studio

We provide a shared studio space for our resident artists.

Fees & support

Residency Fee Structure: € 200 (two weeks / 14 Days) € 400 (a month/ 30 Days) € 300 ( a month/ 30 Days – for SAARC Artist)* *We offer promotional or reduced residency fee exclusively to artists who are both residents and citizens of SAARC countries (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka). Please visit our website for current residency fee and other art related opportunities.

Expectations

Open studios or presentations, such as exhibitions, art talks, screenings, publications, workshops, and other events, are potential outcomes of the residency. The resident artist may choose these based on their own requirements or decide to embrace a non-productive mode without any tangible product.

How to apply

You can mail your application to: connect@kalayatra.org Your application must contain the following: 1. Artist statement/ CV 2. A Website/Blog/Instagram link (or Portfolio – maximum 10 in PDF format) 3. Copy of valid Passport and Application form

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Award
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Entry fee
Not statedFees and support Residency Fee Structure: € 200 (two weeks / 14 Days) € 400 (a month/ 30 Days) € 300 ( a month/ 30 Days – for SAARC Artist)* *We offer promotional or reduced residency fee exclusively to artists who are both residents and citizens of SAARC countries (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka). Please visit our website for current residency fee and other art related opportunities.
Total to enter
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  • EligibilityNot stated
  • Entry feeNot stated
  • AwardNot stated
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OrganizerKala Yatra Artist Residency
TypeResidency
Disciplinessculpture
Location / onlineNepal
EligibilityNot stated on the official page
Deadline31 December 2026
OpensNot stated
Award / supportNot stated on the official page
Entry feeFees and support Residency Fee Structure: € 200 (two weeks / 14 Days) € 400 (a month/ 30 Days) € 300 ( a month/ 30 Days – for SAARC Artist)* *We offer promotional or reduced residency fee exclusively to artists who are both residents and citizens of SAARC countries (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka). Please visit our website for current residency fee and other art related opportunities.
Funding typeFee-based
Verified31 August 2026

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True cost to enter

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Application
Fees and support Residency Fee Structure: € 200 (two weeks / 14 Days) € 400 (a month/ 30 Days) € 300 ( a month/ 30 Days – for SAARC Artist)* *We offer promotional or reduced residency fee exclusively to artists who are both residents and citizens of SAARC countries (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka). Please visit our website for current residency fee and other art related opportunities.
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Published selection odds

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Application control list

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  1. 01Selected work samplesConfirm officially
  2. 02Artist statement or proposalConfirm officially
  3. 03Short biographyConfirm officially
  4. 04CV or résuméConfirm officially
  5. 05Captions and file specificationsConfirm officially

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  1. Day 1Eligibility + source
  2. Day 2Select evidence
  3. Day 3Draft narrative
  4. Day 4Budget + logistics
  5. Day 5External review
  6. Day 6Format + upload
  7. Day 7Submit + archive
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  1. 31 August 2026UnchangedAI-reviewed/source-verified: structured source evidence, visual-arts scope, actionable deadline, reachable organizer route and title corroboration. Unknown costs remain unknown.
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