FAQ - V4 Gen

Applying

Only legal entities registered in V4 countries (i.e., Czechia, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia) can apply for support.

Each project must involve at least two entities from V4 countries (Czechia, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia) but can also include entities from direct neighbors of two V4 countries (i.e., Austria, Germany, and Ukraine).

The formal applicant is the entity with contractual capacity; the final beneficiary is the actual implementing organization. Example: if your organization is a public primary school, it may not have the legal capacity to independently enter contracts.

Partners are generally required to confirm their participation through the online system, but in exceptional circumstances, a formal "letter of intent" from a partner may be requested.

The Fund prioritizes a balanced composition to create a more inclusive and diverse environment rather than imposing specific limits.

You should account for all direct participants involved in the mobility aspect of the project, regardless of whether they are traveling or hosting.

The maximum duration for one mobility or event within projects is 7 days and you can organize a maximum of 3 events or mobilities per project.

The eligible age range for participants is 12 to 30 years old. However, chaperones or accompanying persons who are older than 30 years are welcome.

An individual who provides guidance, support, and supervision to young participants, responsible for well-being, safety, and overall welfare.

Register in the MyVisegrad system, submit project details, await approval notification, then complete the formal application form.

Implementing

The grant amount will be transferred in EUR. Upon receiving the grant, it will be converted to your local currency (PLN, HUF, or CZK) based on the prevailing exchange rate on that date.

Organizations may apply either their national bank rate on conversion date or the average monthly exchange rate from the national bank in the last full month of the project. Exchange rate losses cannot be covered by grant funds.

It is recommended to adhere to the legislation of your country and follow the internal regulations of your organization regarding accounting practices. The Fund reserves the right to request additional financial documents or conduct independent audits.

The approved grant can be used to cover any costs directly associated with each planned joint event or visit. Refer to the V4Gen Guidelines for detailed eligible budget categories. All payments must occur within the project implementation period.

There is no prescribed budget split. Partners collectively determine financial responsibilities through mutual agreement complying with local laws. Both reimbursement and advance payments are permitted.

For the V4Gen project, the maximum implementation period is set at 6 months. Specific details appear in individual project contracts.

Yes, it is possible to transfer unused grant resources from one mobility to the other one.

Equipment purchases are allowed under "Office supplies and materials," but Project Manager approval is first needed if the cost of equipment exceeds 1,000 EUR. Focus should remain on youth benefit.

Apparel costs fall under promotional expenses and are permitted. While no specific limits are imposed on spending within this category, adhering to the "value for money" principle is strongly encouraged. Use the Fund's logo on promotional materials.

Yes, you may allocate a portion of the funds for administration or overheads. Overhead expenses include staff remuneration, facility rental, and project-related utilities. It is advised to limit these costs to 15% of the entire grant amount.

Bank transfers are strongly recommended. Cash payments may be permitted in exceptional cases where bank transfers are infeasible, requiring project manager consultation.

The disbursement of pocket money to participants in cash can vary based on the specifics of your project and should be consulted on with your assigned Project Manager. When allowed, allocate this under overheads with a participant list attachment.

Reporting

Answer the final report questions in the online system; upload the best photos from events; upload the list of participants; fill in a financial statement table. Print, sign and scan the final report and financial statement table and upload it to the online system.

The final tranche of the grant is typically disbursed after you've completed and submitted the final report for your project in the MyVisegrad (online) system. The Fund allows 20 working days to review the report. Upon approval, the final payment will be executed. This payment amounts to 20% of the total grant sum (in case the whole grant was spent).

In such an event, the final payment will be reduced by the unexpended portion of the grant.