Europe's largest education programme
Erasmus+ funds studies abroad, internships, youth exchanges and vocational training. Since 1987 over 16 million people have taken part. Nearly double the budget of its predecessor.
€26.2bn
Budget 2021–2027
16m+
Participants since 1987
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Key Actions
What is it?
Much more than student exchanges
Erasmus+ is the EU's umbrella programme for education, training, youth and sport, with a budget of €26.2 billion for 2021–2027.
It covers everything from student exchanges in higher education to internships for vocational learners, youth participation activities, DiscoverEU travel for 18-year-olds and mobility for sports professionals. The current programme period focuses on social inclusion, the green and digital transitions, and democratic participation.
Note: Most opportunities require you to apply through a university, training centre or organisation — not directly as an individual.
Opportunities
Choose your path
Individual mobility (KA1)
Varies
Studies and internships abroad for students, learners, apprentices and staff in education and sport.
- ✓Student exchange via institutions
- ✓Internships abroad
- ✓Youth participation activities
- ✓Mobility for sports professionals
Cooperation between organisations (KA2)
Varies
Partnerships and projects that organisations can apply for — funding the projects that individuals then participate in.
- ✓Cooperation partnerships
- ✓Small-scale partnerships
- ✓European Universities
- ✓Erasmus Mundus joint masters
Jean Monnet actions
Varies
Support for teaching and research on European integration at higher education institutions.
- ✓Jean Monnet modules
- ✓Jean Monnet chairs
- ✓Centres of Excellence
Financial support
What the EU covers
Travel
Grant towards travel costs based on distance and activity type.
Accommodation
Grant towards accommodation during the exchange period.
Scholarship
Monthly grant adjusted to the cost of living in the destination country.
Language support
Free access to Erasmus+ Online Language Support (OLS).
Recognition
Academic credits and competences recognised via Europass and similar tools.
Inclusion support
Additional support for participants with disabilities or fewer opportunities.
Step by step
How it works
Contact your organisation
Erasmus+ is applied for through your university, school or youth organisation — not directly as an individual.
Apply through your institution
Your institution applies for Erasmus+ funding. Ask your international coordinator about the opportunities available.
Get nominated
Your institution nominates you for an exchange or internship at a partner institution.
Prepare
Apply for a visa if needed, start your language preparation via OLS and arrange accommodation.
Go and return with recognised credits
Your academic results are recognised at home. Competences are documented in Europass.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions answered
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