CEF-T-2023-SAFEMOBGEN-EXTBORDER-WORKS

Adapting the transport infrastructure for Union external border checks purposes: studies, works or mixed

Status
open for submission
Programme
Connecting Europe Facility (CEF)
Action type
CEF Infrastructure Projects
Opens
26 Sep 2023
Deadline
30 Jan 2024
Fetched
1 Jul 2026, 09:10 UTC
Plain-language summary

Funding for studies, works, or mixed projects adapting transport infrastructure for EU external border checks.

This call supports projects that adapt transport infrastructure to improve external border checks in the EU. It funds studies, construction works, or a combination of both. The goal is to enhance border security and efficiency.

Likely relevant for

  • Transport infrastructure planners
  • Border security agencies
  • Civil engineering firms
  • Public authorities managing border crossings

Project signals

Projects involving transport infrastructure adaptationFocus on external border check improvementsCombination of studies and works

What it funds

  • Studies related to adapting transport infrastructure for external border checks
  • Construction works to modify or build infrastructure at EU external borders
  • Mixed projects combining studies and works

Expected outcomes

  • Improved infrastructure facilitating efficient and secure external border checks
  • Enhanced capacity for border management authorities
  • Upgraded transport facilities aligned with EU border security policies

Who can apply / participate

  • Public authorities
  • Transport infrastructure operators
  • Consortia including engineering and security experts
  • Check if single applicants or consortia are required or allowed
  • Projects must be located at EU external borders
  • Eligibility depends on applicant type and project location
  • Detailed eligibility criteria and consortium composition

Must check before shortlisting

  • Specific eligibility criteria and consortium requirements
  • Budget and funding rate details
  • Exact scope and expected outcomes

Money

Budget details and funding rates are not stated and must be checked in the official call documents.

Application notes

  • Single-stage submission model.

Derived from official EU Funding portal source · updated 2 Jul 2026, 08:07 UTC. Use this as a shortlisting aid; the official call text remains authoritative.

Official source text

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