EIT Urban Mobility Open Call 2026

About

The EIT Urban Mobility Open Call 2026 offers funding of up to €2.5 million for startups in the urban mobility sector, providing access to strategic mentorship, investor connections, and exposure within the EU innovation network, targeting companies in the Pre-Seed to Series A funding stages.

Benefits

• 💰 Financial Support
• Each startup can receive up to 2.5 million euros in joint investment
• 🎓 Mentorship Program
• Access to strategic mentorship from industry experts
• 🌐 Network Access
• Opportunities to connect with investors and gain exposure in the EU innovation network
• 📈 Business Support
• Support in navigating the urban mobility ecosystem and potential partnerships
• 🎤 Exposure Opportunities
• Increased visibility within the EU innovation network

Eligibility Criteria

• 🌍 Geographic Eligibility
• Open to startups legally registered in EU member states or Horizon Europe associated countries
• 🏢 Legal Status
• Must be a legally registered company with valid incorporation documents
• 💼 Business Stage
• Must be in Pre-Seed to Series A funding stage
• 💰 Financial Requirements
• Company valuation must not exceed 50 million euros
• 👥 Team Requirements
• Founding team must collectively hold at least 40% of the shares and not be part of the EIT Urban Mobility portfolio

Participation Commitments

• 📍 Physical Attendance
• Must attend relevant events organized by EIT Urban Mobility
• 🎤 Presentation Requirement
• Must deliver a pitch or presentation as part of the application process

Target Region

Open to startups in EU member states and Horizon Europe associated countries

Target Sector

Focused on urban mobility, smart cities, sustainable transport, and logistics optimization