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

Space critical EEE components for EU non-dependence

Quantum Space Gravimetry topic

ISOS4I Pilot Mission Integrated Ground Test and consolidation of space-compatible USI solutions

Digital enablers and building blocks for collaborative Earth Observation and Satellite telecommunications for Space solutions (Space Partnership)

Space critical equipment for EU non-dependence

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

Demonstration of industrial excess/waste heat conversion to mechanical or electrical power

New primitives and protocols for functionalities of future hybrid classical-hybrid and quantum networks

Artificial Intelligence for Cybersecurity applications

Secure Computing Continuum (IoT, Edge, Cloud, Data spaces)

Secure PQC implementations, Cryptanalysis and Post-quantum Digital Trust

Demonstration for Long-duration Battery Energy Storage Systems (BATT4EU Partnership)

On-site robotic and automated techniques for building renovation and new construction

Reducing soil sealing through sustainable urban and territorial design in the New European Bauhaus

Health of ecosystems and wild species, predictions and impacts on human health, in the face of existing and emerging stressors, from a One Health approach

Europe-wide environmental benchmarking system of the industrial bioeconomy sectors

Improving biomass flows for a sustainable and circular bioeconomy

Accelerating the transition to a nature positive economy: Integrating biodiversity into the private sector

Replacing hazardous substances in biocidal products

Living labs driving transformative change via knowledge integration and inclusive governance

Enhancing ecodesign and circularity of consumer electronics

Technical innovation to protect ecosystems and to scale up their restoration

Science-policy support to the implementation of EU and global biodiversity policies and strategies

Integrating Remote Sensing and in-situ observations of Biodiversity, towards a fully interoperable observation and data framework

Fostering common farmland birds and mammals for resilient food production systems

Towards a Europe of Bioeconomy Places

Living Labs for the eradication and/or management of invasive alien species

Advancing bio-printing of living cells for regenerative medicine

Towards Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) for healthcare

Development aid and democratic governance

Frequently Asked Questions About Security EU Grants