Interreg A/B programmes running SME innovation and cascade schemes
Interreg transnational and cross-border programmes with SME support
Status not published
Each Interreg programme runs its own call calendar; across the ~80 programmes there is almost always an open call somewhere. Check interreg.eu and your regional programme's site.
Many Interreg B (transnational) and Interreg A (cross-border) programmes fund projects that then run vouchers or small grants for SMEs in the programme area, typically EUR 5,000-50,000 per company. Project co-funding is usually 65-80% ERDF. Terms and eligible territory vary programme by programme.
You must co-fund 20%. Work out the cash you need
Individual Interreg programmes (e.g. North Sea, Baltic Sea, Danube, Alpine Space, Central Europe, Euregio cross-border programmes), ERDF
public · supranational
Deadline: One call a year — Each Interreg programme runs its own call calendar; across the ~80 programmes there is almost always an open call somewhere. Check interreg.eu and your regional programme's site.
This funder does not publish a success rate. We rank it using the rate observed across similar programmes and label it as an estimate rather than implying we know.
Quick — mostly identity and bank details.
You fund 20% yourself.
Who can apply
- Stage: seed and Series A
- Locally registered entity required
The company must be located in the programme's eligible territory. Direct applicants for project funding are usually consortia including public bodies; SMEs typically apply to a project's own voucher call.
Related reading: How grant deadlines actually work
Source. https://interreg.eu/
Not yet re-checked against the official page — this record was extracted on 14 August 2026 and may be out of date. Check the source before you rely on it.
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