Question 1

What EU grants are available for the Security sector?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 2

How do I apply for Security grants from the EU?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

What is the typical funding amount for Security EU grants?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 4

Who is eligible for Security EU grants?

Accepted Answer

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.

EU Grants for Security

Advancing the European bio-based innovation enabled by biotechnology and biomanufacturing concepts

Understanding and tackling the decline of insects

Boosting agrobiodiversity for food security and sustainable competitiveness

Developing methods to assess the presence, functions and sensitivity of groundwater ecosystems

Supporting pre-normative research for standardization of the bio-based products

Toward a comprehensive assessment of the disturbance of marine ecosystems by anthropogenic underwater noise

Ensuring continuous effectiveness of protected areas in conserving habitats and species while facing intensifying drivers of biodiversity loss

Demonstrating and deploying innovative collection, sorting-for-reuse and repair systems for textiles at city/region level (Circular Cities and Regions Initiative topic)

Pushing the frontier of knowledge and conservation action for deep sea ecosystems

From lab to market: Strengthening the role of Technology Transfer Offices in bringing knowledge to the market

Electoral integrity in the digital context

Joint demonstration of solutions to build soil resilience to extreme weather events and support food security

Sustainable paths to media viability

Government in transition – how governments change the way they work and prepare the civil service for the future

Understanding the forms of local democracy in low-income and low-middle income countries

The impact of the use of digital tools outside school and for communication on educational outcomes and mental health

Tackling gender-based violence against politically active women and LGBTIQ people

Research and Innovation Network for a Union of Equality

Preventing and fighting illicit trafficking of cultural goods

By fishers, for fishers: co-management of marine and freshwaters ecosystems and resources

Towards a European network of ocean technology testing sites

Large-scale demonstration for mapping the distribution and condition of marine habitats to implement the Nature Restoration Regulation

Enabling user-centred and open innovation initiatives to enhance soil health in Ukraine

Strengthened implementation of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum and a focus on inclusion, integration, and health

Safeguarding linguistic diversity in Europe

Digital and media literacy as drivers for democratic and civic resilience

Addressing aquatic pollution and biodiversity loss through nature positive solutions from source to sea

Supporting post-conflict democracy and reconstruction

Monitoring soil health in practice: equipping stakeholders to sample, analyse, and interpret soil health indicators

Governing global commons sustainably

Frequently Asked Questions About Security EU Grants