
Belgium
This page contains information on the bodies responsible for Structural Funds programmes and on the project control system in Belgium. You may also speak directly with the three Interreg Europe representatives in Belgium according to their region:
- Brussels
- Flanders
- Wallonia
List of Structural Funds programmes
Download the latest list of managing authorities and intermediate bodies responsible for Structural Funds programmes in each country. Select the BE tab for information about Belgium.
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RegioStars 2023: Final round (A Green Europe & A Europe closer to the citizens)
RegioStars is a competition organised by the European Commission (DG Regio) for EU-funded projects. The annual awards give recognition to innovative and inspiring projects across Europe. This year, you'll have a chance to meet the finalists and discover more about the projects at the European Week
Interoperability: an enabler for breaking cross-border barriers
Interoperability is a key enabler for seamless exchange of data and building user-centric public services. You'll have a chance to discuss the topic with experts and practitioners during the European Week of Regions and Cities . On 11 October (16:30-18:00 CET), a policy lab titled ' Interoperability
Stakeholder consultation on the future of cohesion policy post-2027
The European Committee of the Regions (CoR) is drafting an opinion on the future of the cohesion policy post-2020 . As a part of the process, the CoR organises a stakeholder consultation on 13 July (10:00-12:00) . The meeting takes place in a hybrid format. Participation is possible either in
Exhibition stand - Interreg Europe: sharing solutions for better regional policies
Are you planning to participate in the European Week of Regions and Cities this year? Don't miss the exhibition! We will be present all week long and look forward to seeing you there. Come and see how interregional cooperation can make a difference: Discover solutions for better policies and good
How can regions and cities drive a just energy transition with and for their citizens?
Take part in our policy lab at the European Week of Regions and Cities to discuss the role and contribution of regions and cities in the just energy transition. Climate urgency and current geopolitical circumstances challenge the way EU produces and consumes energy. So, how do regions and cities
Peer-powered policy solutions: how peer reviews can increase your skills and inspire better policies
Get inspired by our peer review service at the European Week of Regions and Cities 2023. Are you looking for a solution to your policy challenge? Interreg Europe’s peer review service can help! Cooperate with carefully selected peers, local stakeholders, and our expert team to get in-depth analysis
Reaching out to new regions - Solidarity and cohesion through interregional cooperation
Join us at the European Week of Regions and Cities to discuss new cooperation opportunities brought by the expansion of the Interreg Europe programme . Interregional cooperation brings regions together to develop solutions to enhance government investment, innovation, and capacity building. The
European Week of Regions and Cities 2023
The 21th edition of the European Week of Regions and Cities (#EURegionsWeek) takes place on 9-12 October 2023 . The agenda of the week covers over 200 sessions, an exhibition, as well as networking opportunities and other side activities. It is the biggest annual event dedicated to regions, cities
Connecting green spaces in Antwerp
On 1 June 2023, the Policy Learning Platform hosted a matchmaking session on the topic of connecting green spaces in Antwerp. Read the key takeaways here.
European Sustainable Energy Week 2023
The 2023 edition of the European Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) focuses on 'Accelerating the clean energy transition - towards lower bills and greater skills'. EUSEW is the biggest European annual conference dedicated to renewables and energy efficiency. The event takes place on 20-22 June 2023 in
Rethinking local policies
On 31 May and 1 June , the Policy Learning Platform is excited to invite you to 'Rethinking local policies' event in Ghent, Belgium!
SILVER SMEs final conference
SILVER SMEs is hosting its final conference on 21 February 2023 in Brussels! Join us to disocver how the Silver Economy can be a game changer in rural Europe!
Next generation policymakers online workshop
Join the Policy Learning Platform on 5 December 2022 from 14:00 to 15:30 CET for an interactive event on why skills, knowledge and networking are vital.
The SHREC project Closing Conference
The SHREC (SHifting towards Renewable Energy for Transition to Low Carbon Energy) project team is inviting you to save the date for the final SHREC project.
Brussels
See below the contact person and details about the project control systems in Brussels region in 2021-2027.
SPRB Brussels International
Place Saint-Lazare 2
1035 Brussels
Belgium
The Brussels-Capital Region uses a centralised control system.
The control body
Address | Contact |
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Address Brussels Regional Public Service |
Contact Aline Mairiaux |
The costs resulting from the control are borne by the project partners and can be reported as eligible costs in compliance with the relevant EU regulations and programme rules. These costs should therefore be planned in the project budget.
The control costs will be charged at the rate of 2.5 % of the controlled amount. The invoices will be sent 2 months after each certification request via e-mail.
At least one on-the-spot check will be carried out for partners reporting equipment and/or infrastructure & works costs related to a pilot action during the lifetime of their project.
Flanders
See below the contact person and details about the project control systems in Flanders region in 2021-2027.
Flemish Government - Flanders Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Afdeling Europese programma's
Koning Albert II-laan 35 bus 12
Brussels 1030
Belgium
The Flemish region uses a decentralised control system. A list of nominated controllers is established at national level. From this list the project partners will be able to see which controller they can refer to.
The approbation body
Address | Contact |
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Address Flanders Innovation & Entrepreneurship |
Contact Jorre Van Damme |
The control costs must be borne by the project partner, and can be reported as eligible costs within the project under budget line "External expertise and service costs". These costs should therefore be planned in the project budget.
The type of control to be performed may vary(full or extended control, on the spot control, only sampling...), potentially even within one and the same project for one and the same beneficiary based on controllers’ professional judgement.
For more information, Flemish partners are invited to contact their approbation body.
Wallonia
See below the contact person and details about the project control systems in Wallonia region in 2021-2027.
Contacts
Wallonie-Bruxelles International
Place Sainctelette 2
Bruxelles 1080
Belgium
The Wallonia region uses a centralised control system.
The control body
Address | Contact |
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Address Wallonie-Bruxelles International |
Contact Carmelo Scifo |
The costs resulting from the control are borne by the project partners and can be reported as eligible costs in compliance with the relevant EU regulations and programme rules.
At least one "on-the-spot check" will be carried out during the project lifetime in projects where partners report equipment and/ or infrastructure & works costs related to a pilot action.
Get inspired
Have a look at the Belgian content on our website. Scroll through our project ideas and good practices, or contact our Belgian community members and organisations.