Staff exchanges

The Staff Exchanges EUAF-2024-TRAI-03 program is designed to fund initiatives that strengthen the protection of the Union's financial interests by enhancing the capabilities of relevant professionals. Funding is available for staff exchanges involving national and regional administrations, including those from candidate and neighbourhood countries, aiming to improve anti-fraud skills and strategies.

This program specifically funds projects involving staff exchanges focused on developing and updating skills to protect the financial interests of the Union. It emphasizes knowledge transfer in anti-fraud methodologies and techniques, with clear guidelines on eligible costs, particularly regarding travel and subsistence.

The Staff Exchanges EUAF-2024-TRAI-03 program provides financial support in the form of grants. An indicative budget of 1,000,000 € has been allocated for this specific topic in 2024. While no maximum funding amount per project is specified, unit costs are mandatory for certain expense categories.

Applicants must adhere to several key conditions for both application and post-award phases, including specific eligibility, financial capacity, and operational requirements detailed in the call document. Collaborative applications are expected, reflecting the program's focus on staff exchanges between administrations. Strict rules regarding budget allocation and reporting, particularly for travel costs, are in place.

The application process for Staff Exchanges EUAF-2024-TRAI-03 is a single-stage submission conducted through an online system. Applicants must prepare their proposals using specific forms and a detailed budget table. The evaluation and selection of proposals follow a set of criteria outlined in the call document.

The Staff Exchanges EUAF-2024-TRAI-03 program is firmly rooted in established European Union legal frameworks and specific regulations governing anti-fraud initiatives and financial management.