Conferences, workshops and seminars

Professionals and legal entities across EU Member States, EEA countries, and associated countries are eligible for funding under this program. The program specifically targets entities involved in protecting the EU's financial interests, aiming to strengthen investigative capabilities and awareness regarding fraud, corruption, and illicit activities.

This program specifically funds activities related to organizing conferences, workshops, and seminars aimed at strengthening the fight against fraud, corruption, and illegal activities affecting the EU's financial interests. Eligible costs cover various aspects of project implementation, while the projects typically focus on knowledge exchange and awareness-raising.

The program provides financial support in the form of grants, with an indicative budget allocation for the "Training, Conferences, Staff Exchanges and Studies" call. Grants are provided with a standard funding rate, and while project durations are generally specified, only a minimum funding amount per project is stated.

Applicants must meet specific admissibility, eligibility, financial, and operational capacity conditions. The program also outlines requirements for consortium composition, although single applicants are preferred, and details cost eligibility rules and other important provisions.

The application process involves a single-stage submission and evaluation, with proposals submitted online through the EU Funding & Tenders Portal. Applications are assessed against specific award criteria, and successful applicants enter into a grant preparation phase.

This program operates under a clearly defined legal framework, including specific EU regulations and an annual work program, which provide its mandate and govern its operations. Access to these official texts is made available to applicants.