# Belmont Forum Ocean 2 Call

**Funder:** SNSF
**Consortium:** Required — transnational consortia as per Belmont Forum structure
**Eligible countries:** CH
**Official call:** https://www.snf.ch/en/zQx7dkMUmOLoAMk4/news/belmont-forum-call-for-proposals-for-ocean-2
**Last updated:** 23 Aug 2026

## Eligibility & scope

SNSF is participating in the Belmont Forum's Ocean 2 call for proposals. Swiss researchers may apply; SNSF funds the Swiss side of transnational projects. See the SNSF news page for submission details and national annex.

## Summary

The Belmont Forum Ocean 2 Call funds transnational research consortia addressing ocean science challenges, with Swiss researchers' components supported by SNSF. Consortia must include at least three countries, and Swiss applicants compete under standard SNSF Project funding criteria. This is SNSF's entry point to a coordinated international funding mechanism.

## Who should apply

- Swiss researchers leading or co-leading ocean science projects
- Teams building transnational consortia spanning at least three countries
- Projects aligned with SNSF Project funding eligibility (institutional affiliation, research scope)
- Ocean-focused research addressing Belmont Forum priority themes

## Key dates

- Deadline timing varies; verify the exact call round on the SNSF and Belmont Forum websites
- Consortium-based submission across all participating funders
- Project duration and budget determined by SNSF standard rules

## Tips for applicants

- Coordinate early with co-applicants in partner countries; each funder has its own submission portal and rules.
- The Swiss component is evaluated by SNSF panels under Project funding criteria, ensure your budget and milestones align with SNSF expectations, not just the international consortium narrative.
- Belmont Forum calls often require a single coordinated proposal and separate national submissions; clarify the submission architecture before investing in consortium design.

## Frequently asked questions

### Can I apply to the Belmont Forum Ocean 2 Call as a Swiss researcher?

Yes, if you are leading or co-leading a consortium of at least three countries. Your Swiss component is funded through SNSF.

### What are the Belmont Forum Ocean 2 Call consortium requirements?

You must include research partners from at least three countries. Each country's component is funded by its respective national funder.

### Who reviews the Swiss part of my Belmont Forum Ocean 2 application?

SNSF evaluates the Swiss component under its standard Project funding assessment criteria.

### Do I apply to SNSF or Belmont Forum directly?

You submit the consortium proposal through the Belmont Forum coordinating funder and your Swiss budget and team details to SNSF through its portal.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/snsf-belmont-forum-ocean-2-call-2026) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.

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