The Department for International Trade (DIT) has launched the Internationalisation Fund for eligible SMEs based in England who want to grow into new overseas markets.

Launched in December 2020, the Internationalisation Fund provides match-funded grants between £1,000 and £9,000 to use for future business activities (subject to eligibility and availability) aimed at helping SMEs grow in new international markets.

To secure a grant, you will need to fund a proportion of your costs yourself. This varies according to where your business is based and will be either 40% or 50% of the total cost. 

SMEs based in England now have the opportunity to apply for the next round of funds which can be used to support eligible expenditure areas. 

Full details about eligible costs and co-funding will be explained at a number of events taking place 21st and 28th September 2021. 

In addition you can meet one-to-one with an International Trade Adviser to create your Export Action Plan (a prerequisite to apply) and complete your funding application.

Reasons to attend:

• Receive an overview of the fund, eligibility criteria and kay deadlines
• Discover how to prepare and submit your application
• Find out what you can use the fund for including market research, IP, website optimisation and more

Grants are available for a limited time; for more information about the forthcoming events please click here.