Category: Innovation & SME Support
EU Managing Body: EUREKA Network
Eligibility: Serbia, Montenegro and North Macedonia participate more consistently; Albania and Bosnia and Herzegovina participation depends on national mechanisms; Kosovo participation remains limited
Sector Focus: SMEs, startups, innovation
Eurostars supports innovative SMEs and international R&D cooperation projects. Eligibility and funding availability depend on national participation and mechanisms in each WB country.
Who can apply & participate?
Innovative SMEs, startups, research institutions, innovation consortia
Typical funding type: Innovation grants, R&D funding, SME support
Typical funding range: Highly variable; often €100k–€1.5M+ depending on SME consortium and innovation scope
How to apply?
EUREKA Portal; Eurostars calls; national innovation/funding agencies
