Erasmus Charter for Higher Education (ECHE)

The Erasmus Charter for Higher Education (ECHE) is a mandatory requirement for all higher education institutions wishing to participate in Erasmus+ mobility and cooperation actions.

The ECHE confirms that institutions:

• Meet Erasmus+ quality standards
• Apply fair and transparent procedures
• Promote inclusion, sustainability, and digitalisation

ECHE Responsibilities

Institutions holding an ECHE must:

• Implement Erasmus+ activities in line with ECHE principles
• Ensure equal access and non-discrimination
• Provide academic recognition of mobility periods
• Comply with monitoring and reporting requirements

Higher Education institutions holding a valid ECHE are required to follow the ECHE Monitoring Guide issued by the European Commission.

ECHE Self-Assessment Tool

The ECHE self-assessment tool supports institutions to:

• Evaluate compliance with ECHE principles
• Identify strengths and areas for improvement
• Receive tailored recommendations for enhancement

1. List of Organisations Holding an Erasmus Charter for Higher Education
2. ECHE Monitoring Guide for Erasmus+ National Agencies