Request for Applications: Mobility Funding Programme

Deadline: 18-Sep-2026

The Nordic-Baltic Mobility funding supports professional artists and cultural practitioners who want to travel within the Nordic and Baltic region for artistic collaboration, professional exchange, presentations, events, or research. Eligible individuals can receive fixed travel and daily allowances for stays of up to 14 days, with additional support available for personal assistance related to disability.

About the Nordic-Baltic Mobility Funding

The Mobility funding programme promotes international artistic and cultural exchange between the Nordic and Baltic countries. It enables professionals working in the arts and cultural sectors to travel to another eligible country, build professional networks, collaborate with peers, present their work, participate in cultural events, or conduct research. The programme focuses on cross-border mobility, professional development, artistic collaboration, cultural exchange, and networking. Eligible destinations and applicant residence countries include: Applicants do not need to be citizens of these countries. They must, however, be residents of an eligible Nordic or Baltic country and demonstrate professional experience or training in the arts or culture. What Does the Funding Support? The funding supports travel and short-term stays undertaken for professional artistic or cultural purposes.

Applicants may use the opportunity to:

Collaborate with artists or cultural professionals in another Nordic or Baltic country. Present artistic or cultural work. Attend professional events, festivals, conferences, or cultural programmes.

Participate in artistic or cultural exchanges

Conduct professional research. Develop international professional networks. Explore opportunities for future collaboration. Undertake other relevant professional cultural activities connected with the mobility period. The programme is intended for professional mobility, rather than tourism or personal travel. Who Can Apply? The programme is open to individual professional artists and cultural practitioners who are residents of an eligible Nordic or Baltic country. Trips that do not have a professional artistic or cultural purpose. The funding is intended for individual professional mobility rather than institutional travel. Eligible Countries and Travel Requirements A key requirement is that the trip must connect two or more Nordic or Baltic countries. For example, an eligible professional may travel from Sweden to Finland for a professional artistic collaboration, or from Denmark to Estonia to participate in a cultural event. Travel within the applicant’s own country does not qualify. Similarly, travel to a destination outside the Nordic-Baltic region is not covered under this mobility scheme. How Much Funding Is Available? The programme does not provide a single fixed grant amount for every applicant. Instead, funding is calculated through fixed rates based on: The travel route and destination. The applicable fixed travel cost. The duration of the stay. The applicable daily allowance. The application system automatically calculates the relevant funding according to the applicant’s travel details. Support can cover a maximum of 14 days. Applicants with disabilities may also request a supplement to cover the cost of personal assistance required during the trip. How the Mobility Funding Works The funding is designed around two main cost components:

Travel support: A fixed amount calculated according to the eligible journey.

Daily allowance: A fixed allowance calculated according to the length of the stay and destination.

Because the programme uses fixed rates, applicants should enter their travel and stay information accurately in the application system so that the appropriate amount can be calculated. The maximum supported mobility period is 14 days. Why This Funding Matters International mobility can be important for artists and cultural practitioners because it creates opportunities that may not be available in their home countries. The Nordic-Baltic Mobility funding can help professionals: Identify the countries you will travel between and determine the expected duration. Remember that the supported period cannot exceed 14 days.

Step 4: Prepare Supporting Information

Provide information demonstrating your professional artistic or cultural background and explaining the purpose and relevance of the proposed mobility. Your application should make the connection between the trip and your professional practice clear.

Step 5: Submit the Application

Enter the requested travel and stay details into the application system. The system will calculate the applicable fixed travel and daily allowances based on the information provided. Important Tips for Applicants Applicants can improve the clarity of their proposals by keeping several points in mind: Explain the professional purpose clearly. Do not present the application simply as a travel opportunity. Demonstrate professional relevance. Explain how the trip contributes to your artistic or cultural practice. Check the destination carefully. The trip must remain within the eligible Nordic-Baltic region. Respect the 14-day limit. The programme supports stays of up to 14 days. Apply before travelling. Activities that have already been completed are not eligible. Check the nature of the activity. Formal study, company travel, and official public administration travel are excluded. Use accurate travel information. Fixed funding calculations depend on the destination and duration entered into the application system. Request disability-related assistance where applicable. Eligible applicants with disabilities can seek a supplement for required personal assistance. Frequently Asked Questions Who can apply for Nordic-Baltic Mobility funding? Individual professional artists and cultural practitioners who reside in an eligible Nordic or Baltic country can apply. Applicants must demonstrate professional experience or training in t