FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
To apply, you must be an EIC beneficiary under one of the following instruments:
Yes, all partners can apply individually. Even a start-up stemming from the project can apply.
Yes, but not for the same service. The applicant may apply from multiple services, within the same or different packages listed in the Open Call, until the grant amount threshold of € 60,000 is achieved.
The services listed in the EIC Service Catalogue and offered by the EIC Partners, are grouped into the following 4 packages:
- Access to Infrastructure and R&D support
- Prototyping and Proof of Concept (PoC)
- Acceleration, Incubation and Venture building
- Business Planning
- Matchmaking
- Internationalisation
- Coaching and Mentoring
- HR & Talent
- IP & Legal
- Due Diligence
- Support fundraising
Only the EIC Partners listed in the EIC Service Catalogue can provide the service, therefore a beneficiary may access to the ACCESS+ grant only in the case the requested service is provided by one of the Partners that is present in the Catalogue.
The financial support is a lump-sum grant, allowing a reimbursement of up to 50% of the cost paid to the service provider. The considered cost is the one within the invoice issued by the service provider, with the exclusion of VAT.
Yes, but it must justify their effectiveness for the company business strategy and within the threshold of € 60.000. The sum of grants for each company cannot overcome the mentioned threshold.
Financial support is disbursed in instalments. Services whose grant is equal to or less than € 10,000 will be paid in a single instalment at the end of service supply. If the grant is above € 10,000, it will be paid in two instalments, 50% will be paid after the FSTP Agreement signature and the remaining 50% after the service conclusion.
Yes, the maximum amount of financial support a beneficiary can receive is €60,000.
Indirect costs are not directly covered by the financial support. However, beneficiaries can claim a flat-rate of 25% of eligible direct costs as indirect costs, excluding specific categories such as volunteer costs and financial support to third parties.
No, the financial support can only be used for services that are explicitly listed in the EIC Service Catalogue and provided by EIC Partners.
Applicants are selected based on eligibility criteria which are described in the EIC ACCESS+ Open Call. The selection follows a “first come, first serve” basis according to the timestamp of application submission.
Service quality will be monitored through the collection of feedback via questionnaires and impact assessments conducted six months after service delivery.
If the applicant fails to meet the requirements, it may lead to the termination of the grant. Applicants are expected to comply with all obligations outlined in the Grant Agreement to avoid such consequences.
The selection process duration can vary, but applicants are typically informed of the outcome within a few weeks after the application deadline.
Yes, it can appeal the selection decision by submitting a formal request to the EIC ACCESS+ project coordinator, outlining the reasons for the appeal.
The following documents will be annexed to the FSTP agreement: 1) a pdf copy of the contract between the service provider and the applicant; 2) a PDF of the application form; 3) the Declaration of Honour (using the template provided by EIC ACCESS+); 4) the project coordination consent declaration if the application is made by a project spin-off.
Yes, services must align with the scaling challenges of deep-tech European innovators, and beneficiaries must demonstrate how the services will contribute to their project’s success.
Services are delivered through EIC Partners, who will provide tailored assistance, workshops, and resources as outlined in the service agreements.
While there is no strict limit on the number of services, the total financial support received by a beneficiary cannot exceed €60,000.
The application process involves submitting an online application through the EIC ACCESS+ platform, where beneficiaries must provide details about their project, the services they wish to access, and how these services will address their needs.
Yes, it is on May 31st 2026, unless the project will be extended by the EISMEA.
Applicants must provide information about their project, the specific services they are applying for, the expected outcomes, and any relevant information to demonstrate eligibility.
Applications will be evaluated based on eligibility criteria.
Once submitted, applications cannot be edited. It is important to review all information carefully before submission.
After submission, applications will be reviewed, and applicants will be notified of the outcome. Successful applicants will then proceed to finalise the Grant Agreement.
Beneficiaries are expected to provide feedback through a questionnaire on service quality, effectiveness, and overall satisfaction, which will be used to improve future service offerings.
Non-compliance with reporting requirements may result in the suspension of financial support or other penalties as outlined in the Grant Agreement.
Yes, beneficiaries will receive guidance and templates to assist them in preparing their reports and ensuring compliance with monitoring requirements.
More information can be found on the official EIC ACCESS+ project website.
Applicants can contact the ACCESS+ project coordinator or designated support staff listed on the ACCESS+ Open Call and the website for assistance.
Yes, the project organises info days and matchmaking sessions periodically to support applicants and provide information about the services offered. These events will be promoted by the website and other EIC information channels.
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