The Interreg North-West Europe first call for capitalisation is now open! Capitalisation initiatives must be submitted at the latest by Thursday, 28 May 2026 12.00 pm noon CET (11.00 am UTC+1).
Overall objective
The overall objective of first capitalisation call is to support the further uptake and roll-out of project outputs.
Projects are expected to focus their capitalisation initiative on a clearly identified output that must have demonstrated:
- its capacity to successfully impact territories and / or citizens.
- its uptake and roll-out potential.
Capitalisation initiatives will also have to provide evidence that they go beyond what was initially planned in their original application form and that their results feed into the overall Programme indicator framework. In line with the overall Programme objectives, a clear contribution to cohesion and balanced territorial development is also expected from capitalisation proposals.
Main features
Capitalisation initiatives are open to approved 2021-2027 projects, ongoing or closed, from calls 1, 2, or 4 from all five priorities. Small-scale projects from call 3 are not eligible for these calls for capitalisation. Considering the timeline, call 5 projects will also not be able to apply in this first capitalisation call.
For this call, an indicative amount of €7 million ERDF is made available, without commitment to full allocation.
The capitalisation application will have to be submitted by the project lead partner (LP) of the 2021-2027 project. In order to better achieve their results and impact, existing project partnerships can be adapted or modified to include new partners to better reach the relevant territories, target audiences or fields / domains aimed for.
Timeline
11 December 2025
Call opening
28 May 2026
Call closure
Autumn 2026
Decision-making
Reference documents
To start preparing your application, have a look at the following reference documents:
Terms of Reference
The Terms of Reference aim at defining the framework and conditions of the capitalisation call launched by the NWE Programme. It notably defines the opening and closing dates, the features of the call, the type of capitalisation initiatives expected, and the way applicants should submit their application. It also explains where applicants can get help and support for the development of their capitalisation initiative.
Terms of Reference first call for capitalisation
Programme Manual addendum
This document is an addendum to the Interreg NWE 2021-2027 Programme Manual. It replaces some specific chapters of the Programme Manual that do not apply for the call for capitalisation, notably aspects related to the application procedure and filling in the application form. This addendum also contains one annex with further information on the current coverage of the NWE area by approved project partners.
Programme Manual
The Programme Manual is a valuable resource and a key reference document for both project applicants and approved projects, guiding them from the application stage all the way to closure. It details the concepts, rules and procedures for projects intending to apply and receive funding from the NWE Programme. It also informs them on NWE Programme expectations.
Programme Manual version 8
Interreg Programme
Below you can download the Interreg Programme for NWE in the four Programme languages:
How to apply?
Capitalisation initiative proposals must be drafted in English and submitted only through the Interreg NWE Joint electronic monitoring system (Jems).
Proposals sent via any other means will not be considered.
How to get support?
NWE Contact Points
Continuous assistance will be provided by the Interreg NWE network of Contact Points, who are available to respond any queries during the phase of project development. All lead partners should get in touch with their national Contact Points to discuss any capitalisation initiative idea well before submitting their application.
NWE online community
Register to our online community to network, find potential partners and add your capitalisation idea or browse those in the pipeline.
Future calls for capitalisation
A second call for capitalisation is expected to open in December 2026, for a closure in May 2027. Information on the call will be published on the call calendar page and communicated through our other channels as soon as it is confirmed.
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