We invite startups and micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) established and operating in Albania to apply to participate in the training programme “Enhancing EU Market Readiness of Albanian Innovative Start-ups and MSMEs”, organized in framework of Challenge Fund | EU4Innovation.

The programme will cover:

* EU accession process and implications for businesses
* EU Single Market: regulatory requirements, standards, and compliance relevant to market access, Including EU laws on taxation, IP, consumer rights, and e-commerce, navigating VAT, invoicing, customs, and tariffs for cross-border trade.
* Digital business compliance, including GDPR and data protection requirements
* EU market entry strategies, export readiness, and internationalisation pathways
* Business adaptation and competitiveness in EU markets
* Innovation and digital transformation for business growth
* EU Green Deal, environmental standards, and sustainable business practices
* EU funding ecosystem, partnership development, and networking opportunities.

What to expect:
✔️ 4 full-day, onsite training sessions in Tirana
✔️ Practical exercises, case studies and interactive discussions
✔️ International experts with relevant professional experience
✔️ Participation is free of charge

📅 Training period: November 2026
📍 Format: 4 full-day, onsite sessions in Tirana
👥 Who can apply: Start-ups and MSMEs established and operating in Albania
📝 Registration deadline: 16 October 2026

Read the full Call for Participants and complete the Registration Form to participate.