The impact of EU labour mobility on the Member States of the EU

Overview

Research funding to analyze the economic and social effects of EU labour mobility on Member States, including fiscal impacts, social security systems, and policy recommendations for fair and sustainable mobility.

Who Can Apply

Research institutions, universities, public bodies, non-governmental organizations, and consortia from eligible EU Member States and associated countries. Third-country participation is possible under specific conditions.

Funding Details

Maximum grant amount: 5,000,000 EUR. Funding is provided as a lump sum.

What Is Funded

Research on:

• Economic and social effects of labour mobility on sending and receiving regions, including wages, fiscal budgets, and social systems.
• Policy recommendations to maximize mobility benefits while addressing demographic changes, digitalization, and the green transition.
• Analysis of social security coordination, labour market impacts, and regional effects.
• Quantitative and econometric approaches, including panel analysis and forecasting models.
• Comparative studies of intra-EU mobility with other global regions or internal mobility within Member States.

Technology / Maturity Requirements

No explicit Technology Readiness Level (TRL) requirements. Proposals must demonstrate robust research methodologies, including quantitative approaches and data-driven analysis.

Key Dates

• Open date: 2027-05-12
• Deadline: 2027-09-22

Application Process (High-Level)

Single-stage submission via the Funding & Tenders Portal. Proposals must adhere to page limits and formatting guidelines outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme.

Post-Award Obligations

• Compliance with lump sum funding rules.
• Data produced must be FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable).
• Potential restrictions on ownership transfer or exclusive licensing of results for up to four years post-project.
• Reporting and dissemination requirements as specified in the grant agreement.

Geographic Scope & Language

Eligible countries: EU Member States and associated countries. Applications must be submitted in English.

Notes

• Proposals must build on existing research, including prior Horizon Europe and Horizon 2020 projects.
• Projects should leverage European Research Infrastructures and relevant Data Spaces.
• Focus on evidence-based policy recommendations for fair and efficient labour mobility.