International Engagement Fund - 2026

The International Engagement Fund supports Australian artists and creative workers to undertake reciprocal international exchange activities with confirmed international partners. 

A reciprocal exchange is one where all parties participate, share in, and benefit from the activity. The types of reciprocal exchange activities supported through this fund include: creative collaboration and development; cultural exchange and knowledge sharing; labs and practice-exchange models.

While the International Engagement Fund can support projects that incorporate international presentation or promotional type activities, applications should focus on reciprocity, international collaboration, exchange and cross-cultural knowledge sharing. 

Who can apply

• eligible applicants include Australian artists and creative workers who do not work in contemporary music
• individuals, groups and organisations (including small businesses) may apply to this category. If you are applying as an individual, you must be an Australian citizen or an Australian permanent resident
• international organisations can apply for projects that benefit practicing Australian artists or creative workers, their work or Australian audiences.

What can be applied for

Eligible costs include but are not limited to:

• artist and creative worker fees.
• flights, accommodation, per diems, ground transport costs
• travel insurance
• visas
• freight or baggage costs
• production expenses
• marketing, promotion and project management costs
• childcare, carer and access costs
• costs associated with reducing the environmental impact of your activity.