Deadline: 07-May-2026
The European Union Anti-Fraud Programme (EUAF) is inviting applications under the EUAF-2026-TA Technical Assistance call to strengthen authorities’ capacity to combat fraud, corruption, and illegal activities affecting the EU’s financial interests. The call has a total budget of EUR 10.8 million, with grants from EUR 100,000 up to EUR 1,620,000 for projects focused on specialised equipment, digital forensics, data analytics, and illicit trade detection.
Overview
The EUAF-2026-TA Technical Assistance call supports projects that improve the investigative and digital capabilities of national authorities working to protect the EU’s financial interests.
The call mainly funds the purchase of specialised equipment, advanced tools, and data technologies, combined with a mandatory training component so staff can use the equipment effectively.
Funding Information
- Total Call Budget: EUR 10.8 million
- Minimum Grant Amount: EUR 100,000
- Maximum Grant Amount: EUR 1,620,000
(15% of the total call budget) - Project Duration: Usually 12 to 24 months
Priority Areas
Projects should support one or more of these areas:
- Investigation and surveillance equipment and methods
- Digital forensic equipment and tools
- Data analytics technologies and data purchases
- Detection of illicit trade
What the Grant Supports
Eligible activities may include:
- Purchase and maintenance of investigation and surveillance tools
- Transport, IT hardware, and audio-visual equipment (when clearly justified)
- Digital forensic tools for mobile and computer investigations
- Software updates for existing forensic systems
- Data technologies and specialised data tools
- Cross-border cooperation measures that improve operational information exchange
Training Requirement
A mandatory training component must be included with all equipment purchases.
Training must:
- Be directly linked to the use of the purchased equipment
- Be proportionate to the cost of the equipment
- Help staff operate the tools effectively
Important:
Standalone workshops, conferences, or general events are not the main focus of this call and are generally discouraged.
Strategic Priorities
Projects should also show alignment with broader EU priorities such as:
Who Can Apply?
Eligible applicants must be legal entities such as:
- National public authorities
- Regional public authorities
- International organisations tasked with protecting the EU’s financial interests
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be based in:
- EU Member States
- Eligible EEA countries
- Countries associated with the EUAF Programme
- Register in the Participant Register
- Complete the required validation process before applying
FAQs
What is the total budget for the call?
The total budget is EUR 10.8 million.
What is the minimum and maximum grant amount?
- Minimum: EUR 100,000
- Maximum: EUR 1,620,000
What does the call mainly fund?
It mainly supports the purchase of specialised anti-fraud equipment, digital forensic tools, and data technologies.
Is training required?
Yes. A mandatory training component must be included with all equipment purchases.
Who can apply?
Eligible applicants include national or regional public authorities and international organisations responsible for protecting the EU’s financial interests.
Conclusion
The EUAF-2026-TA Technical Assistance call is a major funding opportunity for authorities seeking to strengthen anti-fraud investigation, digital forensics, and enforcement capacity.
With grants of up to EUR 1,620,000, it is best suited for projects that combine specialised equipment acquisition with practical staff training to improve anti-fraud performance across borders.
For more information, visit European Commission.
