Cultural and Artistic Mobility Grant in Europe 2026 with €85 per Day and a Travel Allowance
Applicant criteria
- NationalityNo specific nationality required
- Age18 - 60
- GenderBoth
Opportunity criteria
- Job locationItaly, France, Germany, Spain
- Deadline2027-04-30
Opportunity description
The Culture Moves Europe programme, funded by the European Union and implemented in collaboration with the Goethe-Institut, has opened applications for its Individual Mobility Grants for Artists and Cultural Professionals 2026–2027.
The programme aims to support artists and creatives in carrying out artistic and cultural projects in another European country participating in the Creative Europe programme, enabling them to develop their skills, exchange knowledge, build international partnerships, and explore new creative approaches.
Applicants may apply individually or as part of a group of up to five people. Applicants must have a clear artistic or cultural project and an international partner in the host country.
The grant helps cover part of the travel and living costs associated with implementing the project, with additional financial support available in certain cases, including visa expenses, sustainable travel, and accessibility needs.
Benefits
A daily living allowance of €85 for each eligible day of the project to help cover accommodation, living expenses, and daily activities.
A €400 travel allowance for participants traveling less than 5,000 km.
An €800 travel allowance for participants traveling 5,000 km or more.
Additional €400 sustainable travel support for eligible participants using environmentally friendly transportation, subject to programme conditions.
A €120 visa allowance for eligible participants who require a visa to carry out their project.
Family support of €200 per child under 18 for participants who meet the relevant eligibility requirements.
An additional €175 allowance for eligible participants coming from outermost regions and overseas countries and territories covered by the programme.
Accessibility support of €30 per day for eligible participants with accessibility-related needs.
Possible additional support for personal assistance or sign-language interpretation, depending on approved needs and costs under the programme.
Funding to carry out an artistic or cultural project in another European country for 7 to 60 days for individual participants or 7 to 21 days for groups.
Opportunity to collaborate with international artists and cultural organizations and develop professional partnerships in the arts and creative sectors.
Gain new skills and experience through learning, experimentation, research, and knowledge exchange with international partners.
Expand professional and artistic networks and discover new creative approaches and practices across participating European countries.
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Be at least 18 years old.
Be legally residing in one of the countries participating in the Creative Europe programme.
Be professionally active in an eligible artistic or cultural field.
Propose an artistic or cultural project to be carried out in another participating country.
Have an international partner involved in implementing the project, which may be either an individual or an organization.
Provide a letter of invitation from the international partner.
Meet all application and documentation requirements.
Applications Are Accepted in Several Monthly Rounds
The official deadlines for all application rounds are:
| Round | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| First Round | October 31, 2026 |
| Second Round | November 30, 2026 |
| Third Round | January 31, 2027 |
| Fourth Round | February 28, 2027 |
| Fifth Round | March 31, 2027 |
| Sixth and Final Round | April 30, 2027 |
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