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

December 1, 2025

€250,000 total budget; single action grant

Supports strengthening North Macedonia's Financial Inspection and Anti-Fraud Coordination Services (AFCOS) through institutional capacity building and alignment with EU anti-fraud standards.

--- ## Description This grant opportunity, provided under the Instrument for Pre-accession Assistance, is designed to enhance the effectiveness and operational capacity of North Macedonia's Financial Inspection and Anti-Fraud Coordination Services (AFCOS). The initiative aims to develop robust mechanisms and best practices for financial oversight and anti-fraud activities, contributing to greater transparency and accountability in public financial management. The project seeks to foster institutional strengthening and ensure alignment with EU standards for anti-fraud coordination, supporting North Macedonia's EU accession process. --- ## Due Dates - Proposal submission deadline: **December 1, 2025** --- ## Funding Amount - Total available budget: **€250,000** - Award type: **Action grant** - Typically supports a single, clearly defined project --- ## Eligibility - The call targets public sector entities and competent authorities in North Macedonia involved in financial inspection or anti-fraud coordination. - Applicants must demonstrate capacity for institutional development and alignment with EU anti-fraud practices. - Specific eligibility requirements and documentation are outlined in the official call documents on the EU Funding & Tenders Portal. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/prospect-details/185299PROSPECTSEN?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=1&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Required documentation includes a project proposal, budget, and evidence of institutional eligibility. - Refer to the official call documents ("Annex C9 bis- Call" and "Twinning Light Fiche") for detailed instructions and templates. - Only complete proposals submitted by the deadline will be considered. --- ## Additional Information - The initiative directly supports North Macedonia's progress towards EU accession by strengthening anti-fraud infrastructure and compliance with EU financial standards. - Priority will be given to projects demonstrating sustainability, replicability, and potential for systemic impact in public financial management. --- ## External Links - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal: Official Call Page](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/prospect-details/185299PROSPECTSEN?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=1&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [European Commission – About & Contact](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) - [Calls for Proposals Overview](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/calls-for-proposals) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |----------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [European Commission Contact Page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 | | Funding Portal Help | [EU Funding & Tenders Portal Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks) |

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