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Anticipated: Month 2025 (see program page for updates)

Amounts vary by project; typical EU research calls fund multi-partner consortia for 2–4 years.

Supports innovative research and solutions to prevent, detect, and combat counterfeiting, especially concerning the euro and related products.

This is a forecasted call; details and deadlines may change.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, managed by the European Commission's Directorate-General for Research and Innovation, aims to support projects that develop and advance anti-counterfeiting measures. The initiative encourages the creation of innovative solutions, technologies, or strategies to prevent, detect, and combat counterfeit products, with a particular focus on protecting the euro and its integrity in the market. The call is intended to foster research, collaboration, and impact within the European Union and internationally, addressing the growing challenges posed by counterfeiting to economies, consumers, and institutions. --- ## Due Dates - Anticipated call opening and deadline: Month 2025 - Exact dates to be confirmed on the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/PERI-2025-ANTI-COUNTERFEIT?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=15&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Funding amounts vary by project scope and call specifications. - EU research calls typically fund multi-partner consortia for 2–4 years, with budgets ranging from several hundred thousand to several million euros per project. - Specific details for this call will be available when the official call text is published. --- ## Eligibility - Open to consortia including research organizations, universities, public bodies, private companies, and non-profit entities. - Applicants must generally be based in EU Member States or associated countries; international partners may be eligible in certain cases. - Detailed eligibility criteria will be provided in the official call documentation. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/PERI-2025-ANTI-COUNTERFEIT?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=15&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - The process typically involves: - Registering your organization on the portal - Forming a consortium (if required) - Preparing a detailed project proposal, including objectives, methodology, impact, and budget - Submitting before the official deadline - Guidance documents, FAQs, and helpdesk support are available on the portal. --- ## Additional Information - This is a forecasted call; final details, funding amounts, and deadlines are subject to change. - For the latest updates, visit the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/PERI-2025-ANTI-COUNTERFEIT?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=15&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Projects are expected to have a significant impact on anti-counterfeiting practices and policy. --- ## External Links - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal: PERI-2025-ANTI-COUNTERFEIT](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/PERI-2025-ANTI-COUNTERFEIT?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=15&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [European Commission Home](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en) - [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) - [Guidance & Manuals](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/manuals) - [FAQ](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/faq) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Option | Details | |----------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [European Commission Contact Page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 | | Program Portal Help | [EU Funding & Tenders Portal Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks) |

Protection of the euro against counterfeiting

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