EURES TARGETED MOBILITY SCHEME (TMS)

Last updated: 18.7.2025
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The EURES Targeted Mobility Scheme (TMS) is an action grant program under the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+), designed to facilitate fair and effective labour mobility across the EU and EEA countries. It supports initiatives that address labour market imbalances and skills shortages by connecting jobseekers with hard-to-fill vacancies, fostering social cohesion and sustainable growth. The program emphasizes direct services and financial support for both jobseekers and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Who is Funded by EURES TMS

The EURES Targeted Mobility Scheme (TMS) is specifically designed to support legal entities, including EURES network members and other labour market actors, across EU Member States and EEA countries. The program's core objective is to enhance labour mobility and address skills gaps by strategically matching jobseekers with hard-to-fill vacancies, thereby contributing to the European Pillar of Social Rights.

What is Funded by EURES TMS

The EURES TMS program focuses on funding activities that directly support labour market integration and mobility, including comprehensive employment services, training, and direct financial aid. It targets projects aimed at active employment support and market integration, ensuring that both jobseekers and employers receive the necessary resources.

Type and Scope of Funding for EURES TMS

The EURES Targeted Mobility Scheme offers grant funding designed to support actionable projects, with a total budget exceeding 13 million euros for the 2020-2021 period. While specific per-project funding limits are not detailed, the scheme provides various financial supports, including direct aid for training and mobility costs for individuals.

Conditions and Requirements for EURES TMS

Applicants for the EURES TMS program must adhere to stringent application and consortium requirements, ensuring electronic submission and compliance with all specified forms and criteria. While direct references to De-Minimis rules are limited, the program operates under broader EU financial regulations. Budget allocation follows defined categories, and a strong emphasis is placed on project impact, communication, and long-term sustainability beyond EU funding.

Application Procedure for EURES TMS

The EURES TMS application process is fully electronic, requiring careful preparation of forms and supporting documents. Proposals are rigorously evaluated against specific criteria related to relevance, quality, and impact to ensure effective selection of projects that align with the program's objectives.

The EURES TMS program draws its authority from fundamental EU legal frameworks, including the European Pillar of Social Rights and specific EU financial regulations. Official documents detailing the program's operational guidelines and legal underpinnings are accessible via the Funding & Tenders Portal.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

13,871,656.84 €

Deadline

Deadline:

28.09.2021

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Competitive Tender

Region

Region:

EU Member States and EEA countries.

Sectors

Sectors:

Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Jobseekers, Employers, SMEs

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Implementation, Service Delivery, Capacity Building

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Social Fund + (ESF)

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