Strengthened implementation of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum and a focus on inclusion, integration, and health

Overview

Funding for research projects that strengthen the implementation of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum, with a focus on health equity, social inclusion, and integration strategies for migrants and refugees. Targets academic institutions, research organizations, public bodies, and consortia addressing migration governance, data integration, and policy recommendations.

Who Can Apply

Eligible applicants include legal entities established in EU Member States, Horizon Europe-associated countries, and select non-associated countries with specific funding provisions. Consortia must involve multiple independent entities from different eligible countries. The Joint Research Centre (JRC) may participate as a beneficiary with zero funding or as an associated partner.

Funding Details

• Maximum grant amount: €6,000,000 per project.
• Funding is provided as a lump sum.
• Total budget and funding rate are not specified.

What Is Funded

Projects must contribute to one of the following expected outcomes: 1. Improved implementation of the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum, including asylum management, age assessment of minors, resettlement frameworks, and legal pathways for migration. 2. Enhanced health equity for migrants and refugees through robust health data integration, addressing governance barriers, and tackling intersectional inequities in healthcare access. 3. Comprehensive evaluation of long-term social inclusion and integration strategies, covering labour market access, housing, education, health (including mental health), recognition of qualifications, and youth participation.

Supported activities include policy analysis, data mapping, comparative evaluation frameworks, and evidence-based recommendations for migration governance and integration.

Technology / Maturity Requirements

Projects must demonstrate a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) between 4 and 6.

Key Dates

• Open date: 2026-05-11
• Deadline: 2026-09-22

Application Process (High-Level)

• Single-stage application process.
• Proposals must be submitted via the Funding & Tenders Portal.
• Part B of the application (research and innovation actions) is limited to 50 pages, with a mandatory detailed budget table.

Post-Award Obligations

• The granting authority may object to the transfer of ownership or exclusive licensing of results for up to four years after the project ends.
• Standard Horizon Europe reporting and dissemination requirements apply.

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, and Switzerland.
• Application language: English.

Notes

• Proposals must clearly state which expected outcomes they address.
• Projects are encouraged to include migrants and refugees as participants in research.
• Citizen engagement beyond migrant communities may be considered where relevant.
• The JRC may contribute expertise in migration governance, social inclusion, and health data integration.