International Scholars & Welcome Office (IScO) - Our Services at a Glance
We at IScO are your contact at KIT when it comes to supporting international researchers. Whether you are a host institution at KIT or come to us as an international researcher - we will advise and support you personally!
For Institutions at KIT
Would you like to invite international researchers to KIT? We provide comprehensive support - from planning to arrival:
- Advice on the process of inviting international researchers and support with administrative procedures
- Checklists & information on documents and procedures
For International Researchers
New at KIT? A warm welcome! We personally support you - and your family - in getting started in Karlsruhe and at KIT.
Before & During Your Stay:
- Advice on the preparation & implementation of your research stay
- Information on scholarships & employment
- Support with questions about visas, residence permits, social & health insurance
Arriving in Karlsruhe and at KIT:
- Assistance with finding accommodation
- Support for partners & family (studies, job, childcare, school)
- Welcome services for good orientation and integration
- Advice available in English and other languages
Networking & Community Building:
- KIT-Networks & IScO-Events - get in touch with other researchers and expand your network!