Open topic on better customs and supply chain security

Last updated: 18.7.2025
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This Horizon Europe Innovation Action focuses on enhancing customs and supply chain security across EU external borders. It aims to prevent, detect, and combat illegal activities while minimizing disruption to legitimate trade flows through innovative solutions and improved interoperability. The program seeks to develop and implement advanced capabilities for security practitioners, addressing new and unforeseen challenges in border and supply chain management.

Who is Funded: Eligibility and Objectives

This section outlines the general eligibility criteria for the funding program, detailing the types of organizations and individuals who can apply, the geographical areas where projects must be implemented, and the overarching objectives that the program aims to achieve.

What is Funded: Project Scope and Eligible Costs

This section details the nature of projects and activities eligible for funding, specifying the thematic areas, supported sectors, and the typical developmental stage of projects. It also clarifies what costs are considered eligible under this program.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section provides essential details about the financial support offered, including the type of financial instrument used, the typical funding amounts available per project, and specific rules regarding financial contributions.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential rules and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application and project implementation phases. It covers administrative, collaborative, financial, and ethical stipulations.

Application Procedure

This section outlines the process for submitting applications and explains how proposals are evaluated and selected for funding, including details on submission methods and available support.

This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that establish and govern the funding program, ensuring transparency and adherence to European Union regulations.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Open

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

3,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

9,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

12.11.2025

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States, Associated Countries, and potentially other non-EU countries with specific funding provisions.

Sectors

Sectors:

Information and Communication Technology, Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Customs authorities, police authorities, border guards, coast guards, citizens, civil society

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Union

Additional Partners:

Police Authorities, Border and/or Coast Guards, additional relevant national Customs Authorities

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