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European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund

About the programme

The European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF) is the fund for the EU's maritime and fisheries policies for 2021-2027.

The fund

  • helps fishers transitioning to sustainable fishing
  • supports coastal communities in diversifying their economies
  • finances projects that create new jobs and improve quality of life along European coasts
  • supports sustainable aquaculture developments
  • supports the implementation of the maritime policy

The new EMFAF particularly supports small-scale coastal fisheries, young fishers and outermost regions, as well as the promotion of sustainable aquaculture. It also aims to make it easier for applicants to access financing while improving results.

The fund is governed by the Common Provisions Regulation.

Programme web site

Funding opportunities

Calls for proposal

Open and upcoming calls for proposal under the European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund.

How to apply

Learn how to propose a project, and how the project selection process works.

Calls for tender

Open and upcoming calls for tender related to the European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund.

Funded projects and results

Budget and performance

Includes performance highlights, key performance indicators, and the performance framework and assessment.

Programme performance webpage

Programme features

Programme duration

2021-2027

Lead Directorate-General
Predecessor programme

European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF)

Management mode

Shared and direct management

MFF heading

Natural Resources and Environment

Cluster

Agriculture and Maritime Policy

Climate contribution

30% ((target)

Total budget 2021-2027

€ 6.11 billion () (current prices)

Relevant regulation