Visegrad+ EaP/Western Balkans Grants is a grant from the International Visegrad Fund that funds cross-border cooperation projects advancing democratization and transformation in Eastern Partnership countries (Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, Ukraine) and Western Balkans (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia).

Typical awards range from EUR 25,000 to EUR 35,000, covering up to 100% of project costs with a maximum 15% overhead. Projects must involve at least three Visegrad 4 (Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia) partners plus one EaP or WB entity, run no longer than 18 months, and address one of seven focus areas: culture, education, innovation, democratic values, public policy, environment, or regional development.

The 2026 application deadline is June 1, 2026, with results announced August 25, 2026.

Apply - Visegrad+ Grants | International Visegrad Fund Visegrad+ Grants support projects which contribute to the democratization and transformation processes in selected countries of the Western Balkans (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia) and the Eastern Partnership regions (Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine).

Partnership format: Standard 3×V4 + 1×EaP/WB6 (or 2×V4 + 2×EaP/WB6 if applicant is from EaP/WB6); exception for Ukraine: 1×UA + 2×V4. Scope & focus: Projects implemented in or strongly impacting EaP/WB6 regions, addressing one program focus area, max 18 months. Funding: Up to 100% of budget (max 15% overheads); typical grants €25,000–€35,000.

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docx Green-Recommendation-for-Applicants-and-Grantees. pdf May 1, 2026 at 12:00 PM : Call opens Jun 1, 2026 at 12:00 PM : Final application deadline Aug 25, 2026 at 12:00 PM : Results announced What is the Visegrad+ Grant?

Visegrad+ Grants support projects which contribute to the democratization and transformation processes in selected countries of the Western Balkans (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia) and the Eastern Partnership regions (Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine).

Projects must develop meaningful cooperation and ensure the active involvement of at least three V4 countries and one entity from the Eastern Partnership region (EaP) or the Western Balkans countries (WB6) at minimum (3xV4 + 1xEaP/WB6 format).

However, if the applicant is from one of the EaP or WB6 countries, it is enough to involve two V4 countries, if another EaP/WB country is also involved (2xV4 + 2xEaP/WB6 format) EXCEPTION from the partnership rules for Ukrainian entities applicable until further notice: Applicants can apply with two partners from a different V4 country each without involving another country from the EaP or WB6 region (1xUA + 2xV4 format) Visegrad+ Grants should be implemented in the EaP or WBs region, and/or have a strong impact on local communities in at least one of those countries Maximum duration of project implementation is 18 months Grants cover up to 100% of project budget with maximum 15% of the requested sum for overheads Projects must clearly address one of the objectives of seven focus areas Please note that simply having a project partner/applicant from the EaP or WB region does not automatically make an application qualify for a Visegrad+ Grant, Culture and Common Identity Creating/presenting common audiovisual, literary, and other contemporary art products to new audiences Reflecting on common historical and cultural heritage as well as cultural diversity by joint research and knowledge-sharing activities Establishing and fostering cooperation among municipalities, regions, and local groups through common cultural activities Education and Capacity Building Strengthening professional networks of educational institutions and supporting mobility of students, researchers, and educators to share best practices Improving hard and soft skills for the 21st century through formal and non-formal educational methods Innovation, R&D, Entrepreneurship Aiming to build up new business and cluster networks for SMEs, startups, and research institutions within and outside the V4 Tackling economic challenges and improving the ecosystem for businesses and social enterprises through joint lobbying, common policy solutions and exchange of best practices Dealing with innovation , new technologies and scientific research on regional and cross-sectoral levels Democratic Values and the Media Promoting active participation of citizens in democratic decision-making processes and fostering democratic debate Promoting transparency and the fight against corruption by supporting knowledge-exchange and capacity-building of whistleblowers, investigative journalists, and watchdogs Improving media and information literacy , and increasing resilience towards biased reporting, disinformation, and propaganda Aiming for better media coverage of relevant topics in the V4 region and increased access to information Public Policy and Institutional Partnership Connecting the expert communities to find joint solutions to common policy challenges Promoting active lobbying for policy change and good governance and connecting relevant stakeholders with decision-makers Regional Development, Environment and Tourism Offering new solutions and activities to the fight against climate change and raising awareness of environmental protection within and outside the V4 region Aiming at sustainable tourism development on the local and regional levels by combining international expertise and shared know-how Aiming at finding and sharing innovative solutions in local and regional infrastructure development , urban planning, land revitalization and agriculture Promoting an inclusive mindset in society and addressing protection and empowerment of minorities Improving intergenerational dialogue and the social care infrastructure to tackle common demographic and public health challenges Promoting a healthy and active lifestyle and reduction of addictive substance abuse You can submit your project proposals via My Visegrad any time during the submission period.

Consulting your project proposal is possible via e-mail, phone, or online and in-person meetings based on appointments. A max of two consultations can be provided per project idea based on draft project proposal. Any consultation can take place no later than 14 days before the given application deadline .

For the step-by-step guidance on how to prepare your application, familiarize yourself with the latest Grant Guidelines and check Questions & Answers. Events Discover upcoming events Inspirational Stories Get inspired by successful projects Project Database Browse all funded projects Results Archive View historical data and reports Check our Frequently Asked Questions for answers about this opportunity.

Are you interested in a consultation? Get in touch with a project manager. IFF "Rolan" as a sustainable platform for intercultural dialogue The project brought together the V4 countries, Armenia, Georgia, and Serbia through the Rolan International Film Festival for Children and Youth.

The festival extended to regions like Lori, Shirak, and Gegharkunik, addressing the gap in cultural access where international content is often limited. Training and integration of the mountain rescue services in Georgia The ICAD Foundation initiated an intensive three-day Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) training program for 30 Georgian rescuers, consisting of 17 dedicated volunteers and 13 emergency service personnel.

Carbon-Free Economy: Best Practices between V4 and Ukraine Carbon-free future at your fingertips! More than 150 students from Ukraine and V4 countries participated in the two scientific festivals to learn more about carbon-free economy and sustainable energy transformation. Now it is your turn!

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