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Eurostars (Dutch national contribution)

Eurostars — 11th

Connects Dutch businesses to international consortia through Eurostars 11th Call to build joint innovation projects.

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Eurostars is an international R&D funding programme operating under the Eureka intergovernmental network, co-funded by the European Commission through Horizon Europe. The Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) administers the Dutch national contribution, which totals €22 million per year divided across two annual calls. The 11th call opens 9 July 2026 and closes 10 September 2026 at 14:00 CET. The ma

International collaborative R&D grants for Dutch SME-led consortia partnering with organisations in at least one other Eurostars member country, covering any civil technology sector.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Multiple per year
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.10 Sept 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.null–36 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.50%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.€22M

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: english.rvo.nl