Protection of the euro against counterfeiting

Last updated: 15.7.2025
Grant

The PERI-2024-ANTI-COUNTERFEIT program, part of the broader Pericles IV Programme (2021-2027), provides EU action grants to safeguard the euro against counterfeiting. This initiative supports national authorities in enhancing cooperation and sharing best practices to maintain the integrity of euro banknotes and coins, thereby reinforcing trust in the Union's economy. While this specific call for proposals is closed, the overarching program continues to protect the euro across Member States and in cooperation with third countries.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for funding under the Protection of the Euro against Counterfeiting program, detailing who can apply, the geographical scope of activities, and the core objectives aimed at safeguarding the euro's integrity.

What is Funded

This section details the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding under the anti-counterfeiting program. It also clarifies what costs can be covered and the typical development stages of supported initiatives.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section provides essential details about the financial support offered, including the type of financial instrument, funding amounts, funding rates, and typical project durations.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the critical rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to, covering application terms, partnership rules, budgetary stipulations, and other significant provisions.

Application Procedure

This section guides potential applicants through the process, from preparing and submitting proposals to the evaluation and award channels. It covers all necessary procedural details and timelines.

This section details the primary legal and official documents that establish and govern the "Protection of the Euro against Counterfeiting" funding program, providing insight into its foundational mandate and operational framework.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

Funding rate: 75%, up to 90% for priority actions.

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

600,000 €

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Competitive Tender

Region

Region:

European Union (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden), Other (third countries)

Sectors

Sectors:

Research and Development, Service Sector, Other

Application Type

Application Type:

Single Applicant

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Applied Research, Capacity Building, Infrastructure, Service Delivery, Other

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Commission's Directorate-General for Economic and Financial Affairs (DG ECFIN)

Additional Partners:

European Central Bank (ECB), Europol

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