Starting or running a business in Malta as an expat? You might be missing out on thousands of euros in EU funding. From digital tools to expert consultancy and even building upgrades, fresh support schemes are now open to help businesses like yours grow and thrive. Here’s a breakdown of the latest grants available and how you can apply.
SME Enhance Scheme
This scheme supports both start-ups and established businesses, including micro enterprises and SMEs. It offers non-repayable grants for productive investments in tangible and intangible assets such as machinery, equipment, digital technologies, and process upgrades. These investments aim to boost operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and business growth.
Grant range: €10,000 to €128,400
More details and eligibility criteria are available in the official guidance notes.
Digitalise Your SME
Tailored for micro enterprises and SMEs, this scheme supports digital transformation through partial funding for investments in hardware, software, and innovative tech tools that improve productivity and customer experience.
Grant range: €10,000 to €128,400
Full eligibility information is outlined in the scheme documentation.
Business Reports for SMEs
This grant helps SMEs access expert advice and strategic insights to drive efficiency and competitiveness. Businesses can receive support for the cost of professional consultancy, such as business planning or operational reviews.
Grant amount: €4,000 (covering 80% of eligible costs)
Feasibility Studies Grant Scheme
Ideal for businesses exploring new ventures or expanding existing ones, this scheme covers the costs of assessing the viability and sustainability of potential projects or ideas.
Grant amount: Up to €100,000
Funding Under Malta’s Recovery and Resilience Plan (RRP)
In addition to ERDF schemes, Malta’s RRP also includes three open calls aimed at accelerating digitalisation and energy efficiency:
Digitalise Your Micro Business
Designed for small businesses taking their first steps in digitalisation, this scheme supports investments in laptops, software, and digital tools.
Maximum funding: €10,000
Digitalise Your Large Business
Aimed at enterprises with over 250 employees, this scheme funds advanced digitalisation efforts, including large-scale software and hardware upgrades.
Grant range: €10,000 to €128,400
Retrofit Scheme
This scheme supports businesses undertaking energy-saving upgrades to their commercial properties. Eligible works include reducing energy use for heating, cooling, lighting, ventilation, and hot water.
The scheme is open to businesses of all sizes, from micro to large enterprises.
Important Notes for Applicants
These schemes are demand-driven and processed on a rolling-call basis. Once funds are fully allocated, the respective schemes will close. Each program comes with specific funding thresholds, co-financing rates, and eligibility requirements, so it’s essential to review the official documentation carefully. Full details can be found on FONDI.eu.
If you need any help navigating the application process or have questions about the available funding schemes, we’re here to assist you every step of the way. Whether it’s guidance on eligibility, required documentation, or how to maximise your chances of success, don’t hesitate to get in touch. Our team is ready to support you!
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