# Collaborative Research Project - International (PRCI)

**Funder:** ANR
**Consortium:** Required
**Frequency:** Annual
**Eligible countries:** FR
**Official call:** https://anr.fr/en/work-programme-2026/
**Last updated:** 4 Jul 2026

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## Summary

The ANR Collaborative Research Project - International (PRCI) funds research consortia involving at least one French partner and one or more international collaborators. This annual call supports projects across all scientific disciplines and is open to researchers at French public research institutions and universities.

## Who should apply

- Research teams based at French public universities or research institutions
- Projects involving at least one French partner and one or more international collaborators
- Researchers across all scientific disciplines
- Consortia with clearly defined roles and complementary expertise

## Key dates

- Annual application deadline (verify exact date on ANR website)
- Consortium-based funding model

## Tips for applicants

- Ensure international partners are formally committed, unsigned letters weaken consortium credibility at ANR review.
- Define work packages with clear task distribution across French and international teams; ANR panels scrutinise balanced contribution.
- The French coordinating institution carries administrative responsibility, choose a host with strong research management infrastructure.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the ANR PRCI call?

PRCI (Collaborative Research Project - International) funds research consortia with at least one French partner and international collaborators, supporting projects across all scientific disciplines.

### Do I need international partners to apply for ANR PRCI?

Yes, the call requires at least one French partner and one or more international collaborators working together on the same project.

### Is ANR PRCI open to researchers from any nationality?

International researchers can participate as consortium partners, but at least one applicant institution must be a French public university or research centre.

### How often does ANR PRCI open?

ANR PRCI runs as an annual call; the next deadline should be confirmed on the ANR website.

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