# Belmont Forum

**Funder:** SNSF
**Consortium:** Required — minimum 3 entities from 3 EU member states
**Frequency:** Annual
**Eligible countries:** CH
**Official call:** https://www.belmontforum.org/
**Last verified:** 8 July 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Interdisciplinary research on climate change. Swiss researchers are fully eligible; SNSF funds the Swiss partner. Transnational consortium required. See national annex of each call for Swiss-specific submission requirements.

## Summary

Belmont Forum funds transnational consortia conducting interdisciplinary research on climate change, with the SNSF supporting Swiss partners in multi-country projects. Applicants must form consortia of at least three entities spanning three EU member states, with Swiss participation eligible and SNSF-administered. The call runs annually with deadlines varying by call round.

## Who should apply

- Research teams based in Switzerland eligible for SNSF funding
- Consortia with partners across at least 3 EU member states
- Interdisciplinary projects addressing climate-change challenges
- Teams prepared to navigate national funding-agency submission rules

## Key dates

- Deadline varies by call round, verify the exact date on the SNSF Belmont Forum call page
- Annual call frequency
- Transnational consortium coordination required at application stage

## Tips for applicants

- Coordinate submission timelines across partner countries; each agency has its own deadline and requirements, build in buffer time.
- Swiss applicants must check the Swiss national annex carefully; it specifies SNSF-specific eligibility, budget caps, and submission logistics.
- Lead partner selection and consortium governance early; reviewers assess the coherence and feasibility of the multinational team.

## Frequently asked questions

### Can Swiss researchers apply to Belmont Forum?

Yes, Swiss researchers are fully eligible; the SNSF funds the Swiss partner within the transnational consortium.

### What consortium structure does Belmont Forum require?

A minimum of three entities from three different EU member states are required; Swiss participation is eligible.

### How often does Belmont Forum have a call?

The call runs annually, though the exact deadline and scope may vary by round.

### What is the research focus for Belmont Forum?

Belmont Forum funds interdisciplinary research on climate change through transnational collaboration.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/snsf-belmont-forum-2026) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.