EU Grants for Security

Discover EU funding opportunities and grant programmes for the security sector. Browse open and forthcoming calls from Horizon Europe and other European Commission initiatives.

Showing 30 of 392 grant calls

Open

Attracting management talent for capacity building for Technology Infrastructures staff members (CSA)

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
Open

Boosting innovation for people-centred integrated healthcare solutions

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€9 800 000
Deadline:April 21, 2026
Open

Call for proposals for action grants to promote judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters

JUST Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€5 750 000
Deadline:April 22, 2026
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Volunteering in support of humanitarian aid operations

ESC Humanitarian Aid Voluntering Unit Grants

Budget:€10 595 000
Deadline:April 23, 2026
Forthcoming

6G Devices

HORIZON JU Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:April 29, 2026
Forthcoming

Collection, Generation and Validation of Datasets suitable for training AI Models for 6G Networks and for AIaaS

HORIZON JU Innovation Actions

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:April 29, 2026
Forthcoming

SNS experimental infrastructure

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:April 29, 2026
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Cross-Border Cyber Hubs

DIGITAL JU Simple Grants

Budget:€2 000 000
Deadline:May 28, 2026
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National Cyber Hubs

DIGITAL JU Simple Grants

Budget:€2 000 000
Deadline:May 28, 2026
Forthcoming

Strengthening the human capital managing research infrastructures, including in international context

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€8 000 000
Deadline:June 16, 2026
Forthcoming

Trusted frameworks for secure and efficient data sharing in EOSC (EOSC Partnership)

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€8 000 000
Deadline:June 16, 2026
Forthcoming

Digital twins and/or their major components for environment, climate and security

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€8 000 000
Deadline:June 16, 2026
Forthcoming

Risk management, mitigation and contingency for ESFRI/ERIC and other world-class research infrastructures

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€8 000 000
Deadline:June 16, 2026
Forthcoming

Strengthening the international dimension of ESFRI and/or ERIC research infrastructures

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€8 000 000
Deadline:June 16, 2026
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Training and innovation networks for sustained capacity development related to ethics, regulatory, pharmacovigilance, and related digital regulatory platforms

HORIZON JU Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€18 000 000
Deadline:September 2, 2026
Forthcoming

Preparing demonstration missions for Earth Observation and Satellite telecommunication for Space solutions (Space Partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€2 940 000
Deadline:September 3, 2026
Forthcoming

Critical Facilities Serving Space EEE components for EU non-dependence – High and Very High Energy Irradiation Test Facility Market Deployment

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€2 940 000
Deadline:September 3, 2026
Forthcoming

Space critical EEE components for EU non-dependence – Radiation Hard FPGA on 7nm

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€2 940 000
Deadline:September 3, 2026
Forthcoming

Reinforcing EU autonomous access to space through EU-based spaceports

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€2 940 000
Deadline:September 3, 2026
Forthcoming

Digital enablers and building-blocks for Earth Observation and Satellite telecommunication for Space solutions (Space Partnership)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€2 940 000
Deadline:September 3, 2026
Forthcoming

Space critical Equipment for EU non-dependence – Space Refuelling Interface

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€2 940 000
Deadline:September 3, 2026
Forthcoming

Space critical EEE components for EU non-dependence – GaN MMICs mm-Wave Foundations (Phase A): Development and Industrialization of Semi-insulating SiC Substrate Capabilities

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€2 940 000
Deadline:September 3, 2026
Open

Centres of Vocational Excellence

ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€68 000 000
Deadline:September 3, 2026
Forthcoming

Coordinated topic with India on recycling of EV batteries

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 750 000
Deadline:September 15, 2026
Forthcoming

Innovative technologies and solutions to improve wind energy systems supporting the Strategic Energy Technology (SET) Plan on wind

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 750 000
Deadline:September 15, 2026
Forthcoming

Full-scale demonstration of heat upgrade solutions in industrial processes

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 750 000
Deadline:September 15, 2026
Forthcoming

Development of a research capacity building programme on cancer with and for Ukraine

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:September 15, 2026
Forthcoming

Advanced cryptographic schemes and High-Assurance high-speed cryptographic implementations

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:September 15, 2026
Forthcoming

Producing battery-grade materials for electrodes through sustainable processing and refining of raw materials or developing bio-based materials (BATT4EU Partnership)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 750 000
Deadline:September 15, 2026
Forthcoming

Enhancing the Security, Privacy and Robustness of AI Models and Systems (SecureAI)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€15 000 000
Deadline:September 15, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions About Security EU Grants

The European Commission offers a wide range of funding opportunities specifically designed for the Security sector. These include grants through Horizon Europe (the EU's flagship research and innovation programme with a budget of €95.5 billion), the European Innovation Council (EIC) which provides funding for breakthrough innovations, and various sector-specific initiatives. Funding types range from Research and Innovation Actions (RIA) with 100% funding rates, to Innovation Actions (IA) with 70% funding for companies, and Coordination and Support Actions (CSA) for networking and coordination activities. Our database helps you find grants that match your organization's specific needs, project stage, and funding requirements.
Applying for EU grants in the Security sector involves several key steps. First, use Grantalist to identify suitable open calls that match your project idea and organization type. Next, carefully review the call documentation, including eligibility criteria, evaluation criteria, and the work programme. Most EU grants require you to form a consortium with partners from at least 3 different EU member states or associated countries. Once ready, you'll submit your proposal through the EU Funding & Tenders Portal, which includes a detailed description of your project, work packages, budget breakdown, and impact assessment. The evaluation process typically takes 3-5 months, after which successful applicants enter grant agreement preparation. We recommend starting your application at least 2-3 months before the deadline.
EU grants for the Security sector offer diverse funding levels depending on the programme and action type. Small-scale grants through programmes like EIC Accelerator can start from €500,000 up to €2.5 million in grant funding, plus up to €15 million in equity investment. Collaborative research projects under Horizon Europe typically range from €3 million to €10 million for standard projects, while some large-scale flagship initiatives can exceed €20 million. SMEs and startups often benefit from higher funding rates (up to 70% for Innovation Actions compared to large companies) and access to specialized instruments. The exact amount depends on the specific call topic, project scope, consortium size, and type of activities proposed.
Eligibility for Security EU grants extends to a wide range of organizations. Legal entities from EU member states and associated countries (including the UK for some programmes, Norway, Switzerland, and others) are typically eligible. This includes universities and research institutions, large enterprises and multinational corporations, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with fewer than 250 employees, startups and scale-ups, public bodies and NGOs, and international organizations. Some calls specifically target certain organization types, such as SME-only calls or academic-focused research grants. Third-country participation is possible in many programmes, though often without EU funding.