Deadline: 07-May-2026
The European Commission is inviting proposals under EUAF-2026-TRAI to support training, conferences, staff exchanges, and studies that strengthen efforts to prevent and combat fraud, corruption, and illegal activities affecting the EU’s financial interests. The call has a total budget of EUR 1,000,000, with grants starting from EUR 100,000 for projects lasting 12 to 24 months.
Overview
The EUAF-2026-TRAI call supports training and capacity-building initiatives that improve the ability of authorities and institutions to prevent, detect, investigate, and prosecute fraud and corruption affecting the EU budget.
It is designed to strengthen cooperation, knowledge exchange, and institutional capacity across borders.
Funding Information
- Total Call Budget: EUR 1,000,000
- Minimum Grant Amount: EUR 100,000
- Maximum Grant Request: Up to 15% of the total call budget
- Project Duration: 12 to 24 months
- Extension: Possible if justified
What the Grant Supports
Funding is available for:
- Training activities
- Conferences
- Seminars
- Webinars
- E-learning
- Staff exchanges
- Studies
Priority Areas
Projects may focus on:
- Preventing and combating fraud, corruption, and illegal activities
- Promoting transnational and multidisciplinary cooperation
- Exchanging knowledge and best practices
- Building networks among authorities, practitioners, and academics
- Raising awareness among the judiciary and legal professions
- Supporting digitalisation of administrative reporting
- Strengthening cooperation with OLAF, EPPO, customs, and law enforcement bodies
- Improving understanding of OLAF’s investigative framework and evidential processes
- Strengthening fraud prevention in:
- Customs and revenue protection
- E-commerce-related fraud
- Counterfeits and tobacco smuggling
- Environmental and health-related fraud
- Illegal waste shipments
- Illicit wildlife trade
- Illegal chemicals
- Substandard food
- Addressing:
- Expenditure fraud
- Double funding risks
- Money laundering linked to fraud and corruption
- Cyber-enabled fraud
- Rule of law compliance in EU budget protection
- Future EU anti-fraud architecture
Who Can Apply?
Eligible applicants include:
- National or regional public authorities
- International organisations protecting EU financial interests
- Research institutions
- Educational institutions
- Non-profit entities contributing to EUAF objectives
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be established and operating for at least one year
- Be based in:
- EU Member States
- Listed EEA countries
- Countries associated with the EUAF Programme
- Countries in negotiations for association agreements effective before grant signature
FAQs
What is the total budget?
The total budget is EUR 1,000,000.
What is the minimum grant amount?
The minimum grant amount is EUR 100,000.
What activities are supported?
Eligible activities include training, conferences, seminars, webinars, e-learning, staff exchanges, and studies.
How long can projects run?
Projects can last 12 to 24 months, with possible extensions if justified.
Who can apply?
Eligible applicants include public authorities, international organisations, research and educational institutions, and non-profit entities supporting EUAF objectives.
Conclusion
The EUAF-2026-TRAI call is a strong opportunity for organisations working on anti-fraud training, cooperation, and institutional capacity-building.
With grants starting at EUR 100,000, it is ideal for projects that strengthen cross-border learning, investigative capacity, and coordinated protection of the EU’s financial interests.
For more information, visit European Commission.
