Application procedure

How can I submit my application?

Applications must be submitted between the opening and closing dates of each session through the online platform available at: www.milanohub.bancaditalia.it.

Can foreign applicants submit their application in English?

Yes. The Rules and the Provisions of the Call for Proposals are available in English on the dedicated Milano Hub webpage on the Banca d'Italia's website. In addition, the application platform is also available in English.

Can an application be submitted jointly with other entities?

Applications to the Call for Proposals must be submitted by a single entity meeting the eligibility requirements set out in the Rules and Provisions of the Call for Proposals, which will formally assume the role of Participant. The Participant can indicate a project team composed of several individuals who will be involved in the project activities.

During the support phase, and in agreement with the Banca d'Italia team coordinator, it may also be considered the involvement of additional entities in the project development activities. In any case, the Participant individually assumes all obligations and responsibilities as established in the Rules and Provisions of the Call for Proposals, even where a project team is formed or other entities are involved in any capacity.

The Rules and the Provisions of the Call for Proposals are available at the dedicated Milano Hub webpage on the Banca d'Italia website.

How many applications may be submitted in each session?

Only one application may be submitted for each session. If the same Participant submits multiple applications within the same session, only the most recent application will be considered.

I have submitted an application to one session. Can I submit an application in a subsequent session?

An application may be resubmitted in following session only if the Participant has not been admitted to a previous session. Participants who have already been admitted to a previous Call for Proposals session cannot submit a new application.

Is it possible to collaborate on multiple projects?

A person or entity can submit only one application as Participant. However, an individual may be involved in the project team of other initiatives submitted by different Participants to the Call for Proposals. In such cases, that individual will not hold the status of Participant in compliance with the Rules and the Provisions of the Call for Proposals.

Can not yet established companies participate?

No. The company must already be legally established at the time of the application submission. However, participation as an individual is permitted.

Who must sign the application and how?

The application must be signed according to the procedures specified on the online platform available at www.milanohub.bancaditalia.it.

For legal entities, the application must be signed by the Participant's legal representative. For applications submitted by individuals, the application must be signed by the Participant. In both cases, the application may be signed either with a handwritten signature accompanied by a scanned copy of an identity document, or with a digital signature (qualified electronic signature). Since different types of electronic signatures exist, applicants are advised to ensure that the electronic signature used satisfies the requirements for a digital signature.

How should forms and supporting documentation be submitted?

Applications must be submitted through the dedicated online platform. Applicants may register and access the platform at www.milanohub.bancaditalia.it.

To apply, Participants must first register on the platform and then access the section dedicated to the specific Call for Proposals and the relative active session. All required fields must be completed and all required documentation uploaded in order to finalize the application. The platform will automatically acknowledge receipt of the documentation submitted, without prejudice to the Bank's subsequent assessment regarding, among other things, the compliance with submission deadlines and the completeness of the documentation.

A support service is available on the platform to assist users.

Can I modify my application after uploading it to the platform?

Applications may be saved as drafts and modified until final submission. Once the final submission has been completed, the application can no longer be amended.

A support service is available on the platform to assist users.

Can I request assistance from Milano Hub when preparing my application?

Yes. Milano Hub can be contacted through the dedicated mailbox info@milanohub.bancaditalia.it to receive guidance on the correct completion of the application and on the relevant technical submission procedures.

Requests concerning the substantive content of project proposals will not be taken into consideration.

Can I apply again if I have already participated in previous editions of the Call for Proposals?

Yes. Applicants who submitted an application or were selected in previous editions of the Call for Proposals can also participate in subsequent editions.