Serbia and the European Union have signed a financing agreement under the IPA III pre-accession instrument for the 2025–2027 period, worth €219.9 million. Of that amount, €139.4 million will come from non-refundable EU grants, while Serbia will contribute an additional €80.5 million to support key reform projects.
EU Delegation head Andreas von Beckerath said the agreement reflects the EU’s commitment to Serbia’s accession path, stressing that pre-accession assistance is designed to strengthen democratic institutions, advance reforms and help the country fully prepare for EU membership.
“We want a strong Serbia in our European family and will continue to support it at every step of the accession process,” he said.
The funds will be directed toward areas such as the rule of law, good governance and economic development, including support for anti-corruption efforts, the fight against various forms of crime, protection of human rights and assistance to internally displaced persons. Additional focus will be placed on small and medium-sized enterprises, local development, and the promotion of science and innovation, as Serbia continues to align its legislation and institutions with EU standards.
