Spend eight weeks in South Korea. Applications are now open for the UNESCO Wonju Literary Residency 2025. This fully-funded residency will take place in Wonju , Gangwon Province, South Korea. The program will last eight weeks and will run from September 1 to October 31, 2025. This program invites writers and artists associated with cities that constitute Cities of Literature. Approximately 16 to 19 writers and artists will reside at the Toji Cultural Center. Applications are free. Further details on program requirements, financial benefits, and application procedures are provided below.

Details about the UNESCO Literary Residency in Wonju 2025 in South Korea

• Host country : South Korea
• Location : Wonju
• Duration : 8 weeks
• Benefits : Fully Funded
• Deadline: July 11, 2025

Financial benefits

The program covers:

• Round-trip flight tickets
• Local transportation in South Korea
• stay
• Meals

Eligibility criteria

• There are no mandatory requirements for residents during their stay.
• You will need at least B2 level of English to communicate during your stay.
• An independent committee from the Toji Cultural Center will select the resident.
• Successful applicants will be notified by July 30, 2025 .

How to apply for the UNESCO Literary Residency in Wonju 2025?

Step-by-step application process:

• Submit an MS-Word document (1000-2000 words, 12-point font) covering:
  • Information about yourself.
  • Your literary works, achievements and awards.
  • Your literary world.
  • Why do you want to come to Wonju?
  • Your plan for creative work during the residency.
  • How might your experience at Wonju influence your new creative works?
  • Include a description of your connection to the City of Literature.
  • Send your application to wonjucityoflit@korea.kr .
  • The link to the official website is below.