InterTradeIreland 

Cross-border Collaboration Vouchers

We offer financial support to help in the development of cross-border research partnerships, with a view to applying for European funding under Framework Programme 7 (FP7).  

This voucher scheme aims to increase access to expertise from companies or academics in Ireland and Northern Ireland and to assist in the development of research partnerships. The cross-border collaboration voucher can be redeemed against the cost of travel or accommodation for up to £500 / €550 when meeting with partners, or potential partners, of FP7 projects.

How it works

Step 1: Complete a short application form

Complete a short application form which can be downloaded below.  You will need to include contact information, details about the specific FP7 call of interest and the cross-border partnership that you would like to establish.  Once completed, submit your application via email to simon.grattan@intertradeireland.com

InterTradeIreland cross-border voucher application form for academics (132 KB)  

 

InterTradeIreland cross-border voucher application form for companies (173 KB) 

Step 2: Assessment & approval

Your application will be assessed within 2 weeks and if approved you will be notified immediately.

Step 3: Getting started

Once approved, you will receive an expenses claim form to be used to redeem the voucher. Complete and return the form to Simon Grattan or Jani Lopez and you can be reimbursed for travel and accommodation expenses incurred in the development, or establishment, of FP7 cross-border research partnerships. The voucher is valid for six months only.

Note that vouchers are limited so please submit your application early to avoid disappointment.