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Everything educators need to know about Erasmus+ Staff Mobility: funding, accreditation, deadlines, and professional development opportunities.
The EU's flagship program for education, training, youth, and sport
Erasmus+ is the European Union's program supporting education, training, youth, and sport across Europe. With a budget of €26.2 billion (2021-2027), it enables millions of Europeans to study, train, and gain experience abroad.
Total Budget 2021-2027
People Supported Annually
Participating Countries
Erasmus+ is organized into three Key Actions:
Professional development opportunities for educators across Europe
KA1 Staff Mobility enables school education staff to participate in professional development activities abroad, enhancing teaching quality and fostering European cooperation in education.
Participate in organized professional development courses (typically 5-7 days) covering teaching methods, digital skills, languages, and more.
Spend time at a partner school observing and learning from colleagues, understanding different educational systems and practices.
Teach at a partner school abroad, sharing your expertise and learning from international colleagues.
Mobilities typically last 2-30 days. Most structured courses run for 5-7 days, while job shadowing and teaching assignments can be longer based on your organization's needs.
Simplified access to Erasmus+ funding for your organization
Erasmus Accreditation is a simplified way to access KA1 funding. Once accredited, your organization can apply for mobility funding annually with reduced administrative burden.
Create a strategic plan outlining your organization's goals, target groups, and expected outcomes for internationalization.
Apply through your National Agency with your Erasmus Plan. Deadline is typically in October.
If approved, your accreditation is valid for the entire program period (until 2027).
Submit simplified funding applications annually in February and October.
For organizations planning regular mobilities, accreditation is highly recommended. It provides stability, reduces paperwork, and ensures continued access to funding.
Official funding amounts and rules for KA1 Staff Mobility and Student Mobility
Erasmus+ provides comprehensive funding for mobility activities in higher education. All rates are set by the European Commission and apply to the 2021-2027 program period. The funding rules vary depending on the type of mobility and participant characteristics.
Costs directly linked to implementing mobility activities
Eligible costs: Costs directly linked to the implementation of mobility activities (excluding subsistence and travel for participants).
Financing mechanism: Contribution to unit costs.
Rule of allocation: Based on the number of mobility participants.
Contribution to travel costs of participants
Eligible costs: Travel costs from place of origin to activity venue and return.
Sustainability requirements: Below 500km, participants should use low-emissions transport. Over 500km, combination of sustainable transport modes is encouraged.
Financing mechanism: Contribution to unit costs.
Rule of allocation: Based on travel distance per participant. Use the European Commission distance calculator.
| Travel Distance | Green Travel | Non-Green Travel |
|---|---|---|
| 10 – 99 km | €56 | €28 |
| 100 – 499 km | €285 | €211 |
| 500 – 1,999 km | €417 | €309 |
| 2,000 – 2,999 km | €535 | €395 |
| 3,000 – 3,999 km | €785 | €580 |
| 4,000 – 7,999 km | €1,188 | €1,188 |
| 8,000 km or more | €1,735 | €1,735 |
Note: Individual support for subsistence costs is eligible for travel time before/after activity (max 2 days for non-green travel, max 6 days for green travel).
Support for participants with fewer opportunities
Costs related to organising mobility activities for participants with fewer opportunities requiring additional support.
€125 per participant
Additional costs for participants with personal, physical, mental or health-related conditions.
100% of eligible costs
Financial guarantees and expensive travel costs
Costs for providing financial guarantee when required by National Agency.
80% of eligible costs
For mobility projects supported by internal policy funds when standard rates don't cover 70% of costs.
80% of eligible travel costs
Monthly amounts for study/traineeship periods abroad
Amounts are defined by National Agencies based on objective criteria. The exact amounts are published on National Agency and HEI websites.
Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden
Cyprus, Czechia, Estonia, Greece, Latvia, Malta, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain
Bulgaria, Croatia, Hungary, Lithuania, North Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Türkiye
For mobility to countries with similar living costs
€292 - €606 per month
For mobility to countries with higher living costs
€348 - €674 per month
For mobility to countries with lower living costs
€225 - €550 per month
Students with fewer opportunities:
+€250 per month
Students on traineeships:
+€150 per month
Daily amounts for blended mobility and doctoral short-term mobility
| Duration | Amount per day |
|---|---|
| Up to 14th day | €79 |
| 15th to 30th day | €56 |
Top-up for students with fewer opportunities: €100 for 5-14 days, €150 for 15-30 days
Daily subsistence costs during mobility period
Eligible costs: Costs directly linked to subsistence during the activity.
Financing mechanism: Contribution to unit costs.
Rule of allocation: Based on duration of stay and sending/receiving country.
Up to 14th day: Full daily rate
15th to 60th day: 70% of daily rate
| Receiving Country | Outgoing Staff (EU/Associated) | Incoming Staff (Third Countries) |
|---|---|---|
| Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden | €96-190 | €190 |
| Cyprus, Czechia, Estonia, Greece, Latvia, Malta, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain | €84-170 | €170 |
| Bulgaria, Croatia, Hungary, Lithuania, North Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Türkiye | €71-148 | €148 |
Note: National Agencies define exact amounts within these ranges. The same percentage applies to all receiving countries.
Costs for organising intensive programmes
Eligible costs: Costs directly linked to the organisation of intensive programmes (excluding subsistence and travel).
Financing mechanism: Contribution to unit costs.
Rule of allocation: Based on number of funded Erasmus+ mobile learners (10-20 participants).
€400 per participant
Important dates for Erasmus+ KA1 applications
Erasmus+ follows annual application cycles. Accredited organizations have more flexibility with multiple submission rounds.
Step-by-step guide to submitting your application
The application process involves several steps. Here's a comprehensive guide to help you succeed.
Transform your teaching practice and school culture
Enhance teaching skills, learn innovative methods, and gain new perspectives on education across Europe.
Build lasting connections with educators across Europe, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Experience different cultures and educational systems, bringing global perspectives to your classroom.
Implement new approaches and practices that benefit your entire school community and students.
Choose from our professional development centers across Europe
Mediterranean climate, English-speaking
Modern facilities for teacher training and staff mobility in Cyprus's coastal city. Perfect for Erasmus+ KA1 professional development.
Beach-side location, cultural heritage
UNESCO World Heritage site with modern teacher training facilities. Ideal for combining professional development with cultural experience.
Baltic innovation, modern programs
Innovative teacher mobility programs in Lithuania's dynamic capital. State-of-the-art facilities for Erasmus+ staff development.
Inspiring environment, rich culture
Professional development in the birthplace of Western education. Teacher training with cultural enrichment in Greece's capital.
Find detailed information for teachers from your country
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