2014 EU budget at a glance

Some 94% of the EU budget is spent on projects in EU Member States and beyond. Each of the 508 million Europeans benefits in one way or another from the EU budget. It helps millions of students, thousands of researchers, cities, regions and NGOs. The EU budget contributes to healthier and safer food; new and better roads, railways and airports; a cleaner environment; higher security at the EU’s external borders; increased student mobility; educational help; social protection and cultural exchanges; etc. The EU also brings help and humanitarian assistance all over the globe.