European co-development

Overview

Supports European independent production companies in co-developing audiovisual projects (animation, creative documentary, or fiction) with strong international market potential. Targets collaborations that enhance cross-border exploitation, sustainability, and diversity in the European audiovisual sector.

Who Can Apply

European independent production companies from eligible countries. Projects must involve at least two companies from different countries, with a signed co-development agreement outlining task division and creative collaboration.

Funding Details

Exact grant amounts and total budget not specified. Funding supports development activities for projects intended for cinema, television, or digital platforms.

What Is Funded

Development of single or multi-platform audiovisual projects in animation, creative documentary, or fiction. Focus areas include:

• High creative value and cultural diversity
• Cross-border exploitation potential
• Innovative collaborations at creative and financing levels
• Marketing and distribution strategies from the development phase
• Sustainability, environmental responsibility, gender balance, inclusion, diversity, and representativeness

Technology / Maturity Requirements

Projects must be at Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 4, 5, or 6.

Key Dates

• Open date: 2025-09-29
• Deadline: 2026-02-24T23:00:00Z (17:00 Brussels time)
• Evaluation period: March – July 2026
• Applicant notification: August 2026
• Grant agreement signature: November 2026

Application Process (High-Level)

Single-stage submission via the Funding & Tenders Portal. Required documents include:

• Standard application form (CREA MEDIA)
• Detailed budget table (CREA LSII)
• Creative dossier (CREA MEDIA CODEV, DEVSLATE, or DEVMINISLATE)
• Information on independence, ownership, and language of submission

Geographic Scope & Language

Eligible countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Norway, Iceland, United Kingdom, Switzerland. Application language: English.

Notes

• Projects must demonstrate strong international audience potential and cross-border collaboration.
• Emphasis on sustainability, diversity, and market viability from the development phase.
• Co-development agreements must specify creative and operational responsibilities.