The City of Edinburgh Council
Export Support Grant Edinburgh
A grant to help local businesses grow overseas trade in new or existing international markets. Suits Edinburgh-based trading companies that have not had an Export Support Grant before.
What it pays for
Conditions to know about
Must be a company registered in the UK, headquartered in the City of Edinburgh Council area, already trading, and a first-time applicant to the scheme. Must show need for support to grow in international markets. Work must be completed and claimed within 16 weeks of approval; grant paid retrospectively after upfront spending.
How to apply
Applications go through the funder. Read their page for the full rules and the form.
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