Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs is a cross-border exchange programme which gives new or aspiring entrepreneurs the chance to learn from experienced entrepreneurs running small businesses in other Participating Countries.

The exchange of experience takes place during a stay with the experienced entrepreneur, which helps the new entrepreneur acquire the skills needed to run a small firm. The host benefits from fresh perspectives on his/her business and gets the opportunities to cooperate with foreign partners or learn about new markets.

Who can participate?

• New entrepreneurs, firmly planning to set up their own business or have already started one within the last three years
• Experienced entrepreneurs who own or manage a Small or Medium-Sized Enterprise in one of the Participating Countries

The programme is open for entrepreneurs with residence in one of the Western Balkans economies as well.

Read more about participating in the programme

Please view the list of the local contact points participating in the Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs programme. 

Once you have been accepted, you will be able to find all other valid applications in the online catalogue, which enables you and your local contact point to search for suitable matches. 

It is recommended that potential candidates read carefully the registration guide (new entrepreneur guide//host entrepreneur guide) to have all required information at hand before starting the registration process.