Next call for projects
In the 2021-2027 programming period, we will allocate our budget through open calls for project proposals.
First call for projects
The first call will open on 5 April and close on 31 May 2022 at noon CEST (Paris time). Download a draft of the programme manual and the terms of reference.
Downloads
Applicant news and events
Questions about the first call? We're here to help!
Are you working on your project proposal? Do you have a question about the first call? We organise a series of online sessions dedicated to answering your questions.
Interreg Europe: key features in a nutshell
Are you just getting started with Interreg Europe? Or looking for a brief intro to how the programme, projects and platform work? We've got you covered! Check out our video series.
Online application form available in our online portal
Are you already working on your project proposal? Get access to the Interreg Europe online portal and start filling in the application form.
#europecooperates replay and conclusions
Did you miss the first call launch on 5 April? Or would you like to get a re-cap of the information shared during 'Europe, let's cooperate! interregional cooperation forum'? Have a look at the recording and material.
How to ask for feedback on your project idea
Each project idea submitted via our website can be sent to us at the joint secretariat for feedback. Find out how you can do it.
Project development webinars
Set of four webinars on how to prepare a project application: Building a successful partnership on 25 April Designing project methodology on 26 Apr
What's next after #europecooperates?
'Europe, let's cooperate!' is over, but cooperation towards new projects is only just starting. See our tips for next steps.
Get ready for the first call
Our first call for project proposals opens on 5 April 2022. Check the terms of reference and draft programme manual to get ready for the call.
Europe, let's cooperate! 2022
The 8th edition of #europecooperates takes place on 5 April 2022. Join us online to get ready for the first call for project proposals in 2021-2027.
Information days in your country
Learn about the new Interreg Europe programme and its first call for project proposals at an information day in your country.
How do calls work?
For each call, we publish:
- Terms of reference that lay out the specific criteria we are looking for;
- And an opening and closing date for the call.
Outside of these dates you cannot apply for funding.
You need to submit your application online through the Interreg Europe portal.
We will make the system available before the call opens, so you can register and start preparing your application, but the submit button will only be active during the open call.
What are our projects about?
We support interregional cooperation projects.
Our projects bring together policy organisations from at least three different countries in the 27 EU member states, Norway and Switzerland. For four years, they learn from each other and work together on a shared policy issue.
The lessons they learn lead to the improvement of regional policies and a more sustainable economic, social and environmental impact on the ground for the people and the place they serve.
Our topics
We support projects in five thematic EU priorities and one non-thematic issue on better governance:
- Smart
- Green
- Connected
- Social
- Citizens
- Governance
We aim to improve regional policies through capacity building.
The co-financing rate
The average total budget per project is 1-2 MEUR:
- EU member state partners get up to 80% of project activities;
- Private non-profit organisations can get 70% of their cost refunded;
- Partners from Norway get 50% funds;
- Switzerland manages the funding of their partners directly.
Develop your project idea
We recommend you take the time to develop your project idea before you apply for funding. Use these tools and make sure your project idea is relevant to our programme.
