Interreg Europe-3nd Call for Projects- 2021-2027
Open Call
Programme scope:
With the programme structured around a single overarching priority, beneficiaries can potentially cooperate
on any subjects of shared relevance in line with their regional needs, as long as this falls within the scope of
cohesion policy. From a thematic perspective, this scope includes the fields defined by the policy and specific objectives presented in Article 5 of the common provisions regulation (EU) 2021/1060 and Article 3 of the ERDF regulation (EU) 2021/1058. While the programme has opted for a single overarching priority, its actions are nonetheless organised in according to the different policy and specific objectives in the abovementioned articles. This will allow the activities supported by the programme to be grouped in a coherent way under meaningful thematic headings.This also means that projects need to select a specific objective under Policy Objectives 1 – 5 in their application form.
Objective 1: A smarter Europe
Objective 2: A greener Europe
Objective 3: A more connected Europe
Objective 4: A more social Europe
Objective 5: A Europe closer to Citizens
Applications:
Applications are submitted to the programme through calls for proposals. Calls will be organised throughout
the lifetime of the programme subject to the availability of programme funds. Applications can be submitted
at any time between the launch date and the closing date of each call. The specifications and requirements
for each call will be set out in terms of reference, which will be published on the programme website (www.
interregeurope.eu) when a call is launched.
How to submit?
The application is fully online. All the above documents must therefore be submitted
using the online Portal. (https://portal.interregeurope.eu/login)
Involvement in multiple projects:
While there is no limit to the number of projects an organisation can be involved in, Interreg Europe
recommends that the number is kept low for the following reasons:
-First and foremost, participating in an interregional cooperation project is demanding. The participation of
the same organisation in several projects may not always be realistic. Applicants should select the projects
that best fit their needs and territorial context. In particular, the participation of small organisations
in numerous applications can call into question their seriousness and credibility. Based on previous
experience, multiple involvement may also reflect an artificial partnership. Approval in such cases also
increases the risk of double funding. Of course, large public organisations with many departments, or
organisations from smaller countries where the number of eligible partners is more limited, may be able
to justify their participation in multiple applications.
-The total budget available for projects is limited due to the programme’s wide geographical scope and the
high number of regions in Europe. Past experience has shown that there is a risk of too often supporting
the same beneficiaries addressing similar issues, whereas it is important for the quality of the programme
that the pool of experience and practices exchanged is as wide and varied as possible.
The involvement of the same organisation in different applications/projects needs to be justified in the
dedicated field of the application form (under the section ‘Main policy instruments addressed’).
Open Call
Programme scope:
With the programme structured around a single overarching priority, beneficiaries can potentially cooperate
on any subjects of shared relevance in line with their regional needs, as long as this falls within the scope of
cohesion policy. From a thematic perspective, this scope includes the fields defined by the policy and specific objectives presented in Article 5 of the common provisions regulation (EU) 2021/1060 and Article 3 of the ERDF regulation (EU) 2021/1058. While the programme has opted for a single overarching priority, its actions are nonetheless organised in according to the different policy and specific objectives in the abovementioned articles. This will allow the activities supported by the programme to be grouped in a coherent way under meaningful thematic headings.This also means that projects need to select a specific objective under Policy Objectives 1 – 5 in their application form.
Objective 1: A smarter Europe
Objective 2: A greener Europe
Objective 3: A more connected Europe
Objective 4: A more social Europe
Objective 5: A Europe closer to Citizens
Applications:
Applications are submitted to the programme through calls for proposals. Calls will be organised throughout
the lifetime of the programme subject to the availability of programme funds. Applications can be submitted
at any time between the launch date and the closing date of each call. The specifications and requirements
for each call will be set out in terms of reference, which will be published on the programme website (www.
interregeurope.eu) when a call is launched.
How to submit?
The application is fully online. All the above documents must therefore be submitted
using the online Portal. (https://portal.interregeurope.eu/login)
Involvement in multiple projects:
While there is no limit to the number of projects an organisation can be involved in, Interreg Europe
recommends that the number is kept low for the following reasons:
-First and foremost, participating in an interregional cooperation project is demanding. The participation of
the same organisation in several projects may not always be realistic. Applicants should select the projects
that best fit their needs and territorial context. In particular, the participation of small organisations
in numerous applications can call into question their seriousness and credibility. Based on previous
experience, multiple involvement may also reflect an artificial partnership. Approval in such cases also
increases the risk of double funding. Of course, large public organisations with many departments, or
organisations from smaller countries where the number of eligible partners is more limited, may be able
to justify their participation in multiple applications.
-The total budget available for projects is limited due to the programme’s wide geographical scope and the
high number of regions in Europe. Past experience has shown that there is a risk of too often supporting
the same beneficiaries addressing similar issues, whereas it is important for the quality of the programme
that the pool of experience and practices exchanged is as wide and varied as possible.
The involvement of the same organisation in different applications/projects needs to be justified in the
dedicated field of the application form (under the section ‘Main policy instruments addressed’).