Common Operational Partnerships to prevent and fight against migrant smuggling along migratory routes towards the EU with competent authorities of third countries
The Common Operational Partnerships (COP) funding program, under the Internal Security Fund (ISF), aims to enhance capabilities and cooperation among EU Member States and third countries to combat migrant smuggling. This initiative fosters collaboration on migratory routes towards the EU, aligning with the EU's comprehensive approach to migration and its action plan against migrant smuggling.
Who is Funded for Migrant Smuggling Prevention
This section details the eligibility criteria for the Common Operational Partnerships (COP) funding program, specifying the types of organizations and geographic areas targeted. The program seeks to support projects that enhance the prevention and fight against migrant smuggling through robust cooperation between EU Member States and third countries along key migratory routes.
What is Funded in Anti-Smuggling Initiatives
This section outlines the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding under the Common Operational Partnerships (COP) program, emphasizing the focus on operational outcomes to combat migrant smuggling. It also details eligible cost categories and the expected maturity stage of supported initiatives.
Type and Scope of ISF Funding
This section details the financial aspects of the Common Operational Partnerships (COP) funding program, including the type of financial instrument, the total available budget, minimum project contribution, and typical project duration. The program offers grants to support concrete actions against migrant smuggling.
Conditions and Requirements for Partnership Grants
This section outlines the key conditions and requirements for participation in the Common Operational Partnerships (COP) funding program, covering aspects from application submission and consortium formation to budget rules and other important provisions. Adherence to these stipulations is crucial for successful project implementation.
Application Procedure for ISF Grants
This section details the process for applying to the Common Operational Partnerships (COP) funding program, from submission steps to the evaluation and award channels. Applicants must follow precise guidelines for proposal preparation and submission to be considered for funding.
Legal Basis of the Funding Program
This section identifies the core legal and official documents that underpin the Common Operational Partnerships (COP) funding program, establishing its authority and governing its operations. These documents provide the foundational framework for the program's objectives, eligibility, and financial management.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
Funding rate is 90% of eligible costs.
Allocated Budget:
Total budget for the call was 11,000,000 €. Topic 1 (ISF-2022-TF1-AG-COP) had 6,000,000 €, and Topic 2 (ISF-2022-TF1-AG-COP-TR) had 5,000,000 €.
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden), Eastern Mediterranean, Western Balkans, Silk Route, North Africa, West Africa, Turkey.
Sectors:
Other
Beneficiaries:
Law enforcement authorities, judicial authorities, other relevant services in EU Member States and third countries, and international organizations.
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Implementation, Capacity Building
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission (DG HOME)
Managed By:
European Commission (DG HOME)
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