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Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs – 1 to 6 months with an experienced entrepreneur abroad

Single Market Programme

Ευρωπαϊκή Επιτροπή – EISMEA, μέσω τοπικών σημείων επαφής (European Commission – EISMEA, via local contact points)

In plain words

If you are starting a business or have less than 3 years' experience as an entrepreneur, you can spend 1 to 6 months working with an experienced entrepreneur in another country. The EU pays €600–€1,200 a month towards travel and living costs, depending on the country. It does not cover everything and you need a full business plan.

Who can apply

New entrepreneurs of any age (over 18) permanently resident in an EU or programme country who firmly plan to start a business or have less than 3 years' total entrepreneurial experience. Each person can take part once.

What it pays for

A fixed monthly amount for travel and living costs while abroad, e.g. €900 in Germany or Spain, €950 in France, €1,000 in Italy, €1,100 in Ireland, €1,200 in Denmark or the USA (and €1,200 for people with disabilities). It is paid by the local contact point you choose.

What must be true for you

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  • Over 18 and permanently resident in an EU or programme country.
  • A firm plan for a new business or less than 3 years' total entrepreneurial experience.
  • A full business plan (not just an idea) and a CV.
  • The exchange takes place in a country other than where you live; only once per person.

How to apply

  1. Apply online at erasmus-entrepreneurs.eu (Apply now) with your CV, business plan and motivation.
  2. Choose a local contact point in Greece from the website list; it checks your application and guides you.
  3. Find a host entrepreneur through the programme platform or on your own.
  4. Agree the length (1–6 months) and work plan; both contact points approve it.
  5. Sign a financial agreement with your local contact point and start the exchange.

Where to apply: Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs – erasmus-entrepreneurs.eu/page.php

Deadline

Applications all year round, no deadline.

Sources we read

Research notes: Monthly amounts from the official table 'Financial assistance for exchanges starting from June 2024' (Commission Decision of 3 April 2024), still the one linked from the official site. amount_min 600 = 1 month at the lowest rate; amount_max 7,200 = 6 months at €1,200. Host entrepreneurs (including Greek hosts) receive no EU money. The names of the Greek local contact points are only shown in the site's country selector. Stage 'new' = planning or under 3 years of entrepreneurial experience. No Single Market Programme calls for tourism, clusters or SME internationalisation were open on EISMEA's call list on 2026-10-17.

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