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

March 26, 2026

€1,000,000 total budget for the Western Balkans call; awarded as lump sum grants.

Funds digital projects that promote intercultural dialogue, soft skills, and European values among youth and students in the Western Balkans through moderated online exchanges.

--- ## Description This opportunity supports virtual exchanges in the Western Balkans under the Erasmus+ programme. Projects must deliver online, moderated, people-to-people activities that foster intercultural dialogue and soft skills among young people, students, and youth workers. The focus is on providing high-quality international and cross-cultural education experiences, especially for those unable to participate in physical mobility. Activities should address key thematic areas such as inclusion and diversity, digital transformation, environment and climate action, and civic engagement. Special emphasis is placed on gender sensitivity and the inclusion of vulnerable groups. --- ## Due Dates - March 26, 2026: Full application submission deadline (by 17:00 Brussels time) --- ## Funding Amount - The total available budget for this call (Western Balkans) is €1,000,000. - Funding is provided as lump sum grants. - The indicative number of grants is not specified; consult the call documentation for details. --- ## Eligibility - Open to organisations and participants from both EU Member States, third countries associated to the Erasmus+ Programme, and eligible third countries not associated with the Programme (specifically, the Western Balkans region). - Eligible applicants include higher education institutions, youth organisations, and other relevant entities capable of delivering virtual exchange activities. - Proposals must involve at least one organisation from an EU Member State or associated country and one from an eligible Western Balkans country. - Full eligibility criteria are detailed 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-VIRT-EXCH-WB?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=11&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - The application form (Part B) is limited to 40 pages. - Applicants should consult the [Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2026](https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/erasmus-programme-guide) for detailed instructions and requirements. - Key supporting documents, templates, and guidance are available on the call page. --- ## Additional Information - All projects must be moderated by trained facilitators and can be integrated into non-formal youth projects or higher education curricula. - Proposals should clearly demonstrate expected impact in one or more of the specified objectives. - Special attention should be given to gender aspects and the inclusion of vulnerable groups. - The deadline for applicant queries is March 13, 2026 (end of business). --- ## External Links - [Call details and application portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/ERASMUS-EDU-2026-VIRT-EXCH-WB?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) - [Standard application form (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) - [Model Lump Sum Grant Agreement](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/common/agr-contr/ls-mga_en.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact Details | |-------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General/Programme Info | [European Commission Contact Page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Call-specific queries | [EACEA-EPLUS-VIRTUAL-EXCHANGES@ec.europa.eu](mailto:EACEA-EPLUS-VIRTUAL-EXCHANGES@ec.europa.eu) | | IT/Portal Helpdesk | [IT Helpdesk Contact Form](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 |

Erasmus+ Virtual Exchanges in Western Balkans - European Commission

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