# European Partnerships and Other Multilateral Initiatives

**Funder:** SNSF
**Consortium:** Required — international consortia
**Eligible countries:** CH
**Official call:** https://www.snf.ch/en/q8SXtOU3wXpLW7qZ/funding/programmes/european-partnerships
**Last verified:** 18 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Funding opportunities for Swiss researchers to participate in international research consortia across different subject areas and country groups, including European Partnerships and other multilateral initiatives.

## Summary

The Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) funds Swiss researchers to participate in international research consortia through European Partnerships and other multilateral initiatives. This call requires consortium participation across borders and covers multiple subject areas, making it ideal for researchers seeking to integrate their work into larger collaborative networks.

## Who should apply

- Swiss-based researchers across all disciplines
- Researchers ready to form or join international research consortia
- Teams with established or developing partnerships in Europe and beyond
- Groups seeking co-funding via collaborative institutional arrangements

## Key dates

- First listed on Grantsby 10 May 2026, verify current deadlines on SNSF portal

## Tips for applicants

- Consortium strength is decisive: identify strong co-investigators with complementary expertise and track records before proposal submission.
- Clarify funding pathways for each partner upfront; SNSF funds only the Swiss contribution, and co-funder timelines must align.
- Build the proposal around genuine interdependence, not administrative convenience, panels distinguish between true collaboration and loose networks.

## Frequently asked questions

### Who can apply to the SNSF European Partnerships scheme?

Swiss researchers based at eligible Swiss institutions. Consortium partners are international, but the applicant leading the SNSF-funded work must be Swiss-based.

### Is consortium participation required?

Yes, this funding stream mandates international research consortia; single-institution proposals are not eligible.

### What subject areas are covered?

The call spans multiple subject areas; consult the SNSF portal for the specific thematic priorities of the current round.

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