Ireland’s latest gov.ie update on AMIF funding offers an important snapshot of how EU-backed migration and integration support is being delivered across the country. The Department of Justice, working across Government structures, has highlighted how the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund continues to support reception, inclusion and specialised services for people arriving in Ireland.
The publication outlines the current AMIF 2021-2027 programme, earlier and planned calls for proposals, and the role of the managing authority in distributing grants. While the page also references European Social Fund Plus material, the central focus is on AMIF funding and how organisations can access support for projects tied to asylum, legal migration, integration and return measures.
AMIF funding in Ireland: what the programme covers
AMIF funding is part of a wider European Union framework designed to help Member States manage migration effectively and strengthen a common approach to asylum and immigration. Ireland formally opted into the 2021-2027 programme in 2022, following its earlier participation in the 2014-2020 cycle.
Under the national programme, funding can support:
- Reception services for eligible groups
- Integration projects for third-country nationals
- Capacity-building actions for public bodies and civil society
- Measures linked to fair and effective return processes
The programme is administered by the Funds Administration Unit within the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth. In practical terms, that unit manages open calls, direct awards and funding streams connected to Ireland’s migration response.
Ireland’s AMIF 2021-2027 allocation stood at €63.52 million as of January 2025, including EU support and national co-financing. That figure underlines the scale of AMIF funding now available to organisations working in this area.
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2025 AMIF Open Call: who the funding was aimed at
The 2025 AMIF Open Call, launched on 28 February 2025, was targeted at organisations able to provide rehabilitative services and related supports for survivors of torture and victims of cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment living in Ireland.
Key details from the call included:
- A maximum of €1.5 million available
- Funding for one or more organisations
- Minimum grant size of €495,000
- Projects expected to run over one to two years
- EU support covering up to 75% of eligible costs
Applicants were directed to official guidance, application forms and a dedicated email process for queries. The call closed at 12 noon on 28 March 2025, with assessments carried out under transparent procedures and feedback provided to applicants.
This targeted round shows how AMIF funding is being used not only for broad integration work, but also for highly specialised supports where trauma-informed services are essential.
2023 AMIF Open Call and wider Government delivery
The earlier 2023 AMIF Open Call had a broader scope, focusing on reception and integration supports for Third Country Nationals in Ireland. That round resulted in €10 million being approved across 18 projects, with a minimum grant level of €300,000.
The initiative reflects how Irish public administration increasingly works across multiple agencies and policy areas, including Revenue Commissioners, the Health Service Executive (HSE), Citizens Information, the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) and departments covering Health, Social Protection, Education, Housing, Justice and Enterprise, Trade and Employment. For many funded groups, successful integration depends on access to these wider services alongside AMIF funding.
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Frequently asked questions
What is AMIF funding?
AMIF funding is EU-backed financial support for projects related to asylum, migration, integration and return policy.
Who manages AMIF funding in Ireland?
The Funds Administration Unit in the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth acts as the managing authority.
What was the 2025 call focused on?
It focused on rehabilitative services and supports for survivors of torture and related abuse residing in Ireland.
What happened under the 2023 call?
€10 million was approved across 18 projects supporting reception and integration for Third Country Nationals.
Why AMIF funding matters now
As migration policy continues to shape public debate, AMIF funding remains a crucial tool for helping organisations respond with practical, structured support. The latest gov.ie publication makes clear that Ireland is using AMIF funding to back both frontline services and long-term integration capacity. For charities, community bodies and service providers, the key takeaway is simple: AMIF funding is not just an administrative programme, but a major route for delivering meaningful support where it is needed most.
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