[European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en)

March 26, 2026

€300,000 lump sum per grant; single-stage; typically 1-year projects

Supports international partnerships to strengthen VET systems in the Caribbean, enhancing quality, relevance, and labour market connections.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity supports capacity building projects in the field of Vocational Education and Training (VET) in the Caribbean. The action is designed to foster international cooperation through multilateral partnerships between VET organisations in EU Member States (and associated countries) and those in Caribbean countries not associated with the Erasmus+ Programme. Projects are expected to enhance the relevance, accessibility, and responsiveness of VET institutions, support sustainable socio-economic development, and strengthen the link between VET providers and the labour market. Key areas include improving management, governance, inclusion, quality assurance, and innovation within VET institutions, as well as fostering collaboration with private sector actors for demand-driven VET interventions. --- ## Due Dates - March 26, 2026: Full application submission deadline (17:00 Brussels time) --- ## Funding Amount - Each grant is awarded as a lump sum of €300,000. - Funding is provided for single-stage projects, typically with a duration of 1 year. --- ## Eligibility - Projects must involve multilateral partnerships including organisations active in VET from EU Member States, associated countries, and third countries not associated with the Erasmus+ Programme (specifically targeting the Caribbean region). - An organisation cannot coordinate more than two proposals under this action. - Full details on eligible countries and partnership requirements are provided in the [ERASMUS+ Programme Guide 2026](https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/erasmus-programme-guide). --- ## Application Process - Proposals must be submitted electronically via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/ERASMUS-EDU-2026-CB-VET-CA?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=11&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - The application consists of a Part B Technical Description (maximum 40 pages) and supporting documents. - Applicants are strongly advised to consult the [ERASMUS+ Programme Guide 2026](https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/erasmus-programme-guide) for proposal requirements, eligibility, and evaluation criteria. - The deadline for applicant queries is March 13, 2026 (end of business). --- ## Additional Information - The call opens on December 4, 2025. - Evaluation of proposals takes place between April and September 2026, with notifications sent to applicants in September 2026. Grant agreements are expected to be signed by December 2026. - For guidance, see the [Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) and [FAQ](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/faq?order=DESC&pageNumber=1&pageSize=10&sortBy=publicationDate&isExactMatch=true&type=1&grantCategories=p_submission_eval). --- ## External Links - [Call Details & Application Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/ERASMUS-EDU-2026-CB-VET-CA?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=11&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [ERASMUS+ Programme Guide 2026](https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/erasmus-programme-guide) - [Application Form Template (PDF)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/erasmus/temp-form/af/af_erasmus-bb-lsii_en.pdf) - [Detailed Budget Table (XLSM)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/erasmus/temp-form/af/detailed-budget-table_erasmus-lsii_en.xlsm) - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal FAQ](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/faq) - [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |--------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | General Enquiries | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Programme Email | EACEA-EPLUS-CBVET@ec.europa.eu | | Telephone | +32 2 299 11 11 | | IT Helpdesk | [IT Helpdesk Contact Form](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | ---

Capacity building in VET in Caribbean - European Commission

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