European Union grant programmes are more accessible to companies based in Turkey than most assume. Yet the majority of applications are rejected not on technical quality but because they do not answer the call's evaluation criteria. Evaluators look for specific answers in a specific order; where a proposal is not built to that order, even a strong project loses points.
This advisory starts by establishing which programme and which call your project idea actually fits, continues through proposal design and budget construction, and — where the application succeeds — extends into reporting obligations.
What This Service Covers
- Eligibility analysis and matching the idea to the right programme and call
- Monitoring Horizon Europe, EIC Accelerator, Digital Europe and LIFE calls
- Assessing eligibility conditions for organisations established in Turkey
- Structuring the proposal across its excellence, impact and implementation sections
- Building the budget and cost categories according to programme rules
- Consortium design and support in finding partners
- Support with reporting, monitoring and audit obligations after award
How We Work
- Eligibility screeningWhich programme, call and application type the idea fits. If there is no suitable call, that is said at this stage.
- Proposal designThe call's evaluation criteria are extracted point by point and the proposal is structured to answer them.
- BudgetPersonnel, equipment, subcontracting and indirect costs are modelled to programme rules.
- ConsortiumWhere required, the partner profile is defined and the search supported.
- Submission and beyondThe application is completed on the portal; on award, the reporting calendar is set up.
Who It Is For
- SMEs with an R&D or innovation project seeking to scale
- Manufacturers planning a digitalisation or green transition investment
- Universities, research centres and technology firms joining international consortia
- Organisations previously rejected who want to rebuild their proposal
This page describes the general scope of the service. For a proposal tailored to your company, request a free introductory call.
Book a call →Frequently Asked Questions
Can companies based in Turkey apply for EU funds?
Turkey participates in programmes such as Horizon Europe with associated country status, and eligibility conditions vary by programme and by call. Every engagement begins by checking the current eligibility rules of the relevant call.
Does a grant mean the money never has to be repaid?
A grant is in principle non-repayable, but it carries co-financing rates, eligible cost definitions and reporting obligations. Expenditure found ineligible can be reclaimed.
How long does the application process take?
It depends on the call's closing date. A sound application needs at least eight to ten weeks before the deadline; consortium applications take longer.
Can you guarantee the application will be accepted?
No, and no advisor can. What can be done is to ensure the proposal answers every evaluation criterion and avoids the formal errors that cause rejection.
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