LAG Leader Colinele Moldovei — L805/L815 – Rural start-up
LAG Colinele Moldovei funds rural start-ups: 250,000 euro allocated, up to 50,000 euro per project, 100% support. Code L815 (economic operations with women and/or young beneficiaries). Online submission until 17 October 2026.
- Who can apply
- The announcement does not give details of the applicants
- Total budget
- 250,000 euro
- Funding amount
- Maximum 50,000 euro non-refundable per project
- Submission period
- 18 September 2026 – 17 October 2026, 23:59
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The call window is open. The time left until the deadline decides whether we can still build your application in time, so call today.
Who can apply
The announcement does not detail the applicants; it refers to the Applicant's Guide. The L815 code indicates operations with an economic purpose whose direct beneficiaries are women and/or young people (the age text is truncated in the document). Territory of LAG Leader Colinele Moldovei (these localities only): Albești, Călărași, Copălău, Dobârceni, Durnești, Frumușica, Hlipiceni, Lunca, Răușeni, Sulița, Todireni, Trușești, Flămânzi, Deleni.
What it covers
- Setting up start-up economic activities in rural areas (details of eligible costs are in the Applicant's Guide, which is not included in the documents)
Apply in the current call window
- We analyse whether you qualify and under which programme exactly.
- We build the application: business plan, budget, supporting documents.
- We submit during the call window and follow the evaluation.
- We stay with you through the reimbursement file and final payment.
Frequently asked questions
Until when can projects be submitted under the LAG Colinele Moldovei Rural Start-up call?
Submission is open from 18 September 2026, 09:00, until 17 October 2026, 23:59, online at www.afir.ro.
What is the allocation and the maximum amount of support?
The call window has an allocation of 250,000 euro. The maximum non-refundable amount is 50,000 euro per project, with a support rate of 100%.
What does the L815 code mean?
The announcement defines it as operations with an economic purpose whose direct beneficiaries are women and/or young people (aged between 18...). The text is truncated in the document, so the exact age must be checked in the Applicant's Guide.
What is the minimum selection threshold?
The minimum selection threshold for projects is 10.00 points. The detailed scoring grid is not included in the announcement.
How long do the evaluation and appeals take?
Evaluation takes a maximum of 60 calendar days, and appeals must be submitted within 5 calendar days. The response time for requests for additional information is also 5 calendar days.
How long does it take to prepare the application?
It depends on the complexity of the project and the documents you already have. The first step is the eligibility analysis, which tells you what needs to be prepared.
What happens if I do not qualify?
We tell you before any contract is signed, and if another suitable programme exists, we point you to it.
Next step
Apply in the current call window — LAG Leader Colinele Moldovei — L805/L815 – Rural start-up
Fill in the form and we will tell you whether you qualify. If you do not qualify under this programme, we will tell you which other one you could apply for — or that there is none, if that is the case.
or call us directly on 0755 167 167
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