Get funding to start your business

For businesses that need assistance with the initial costs of starting a business.

You might be eligible if: 

• You employ up to 10 people
• You have been operating for up to 18 months 

Eligibility is subject to terms and conditions.

• Up to 50% of project costs, with the maximum grant amount dependent on the LEO office and region
• This is not a cash grant – after your project is completed and approved, eligible expenses will be refunded 

• To cover the essential costs of operating a new business, including equipment and machinery, salary costs, consultancy and marketing costs
• To pay for marketing activities needed to attract customers and establish your brand, i.e. website development
• To cover some operational costs like utility connection fees