The new “SME Internationalisation” action helps Greek small and medium-sized enterprises improve their competitiveness and increase exports. It funds investment plans with a minimum budget of €80,000 and a maximum public contribution of €200,000. The grant rate ranges from 40 % to 50 %, depending on the region where the investment is implemented.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants are existing micro, small and medium-sized enterprises that, before the electronic submission date:
have at least one full closed fiscal year and employed at least one full-time equivalent (FTE) in 2024;
are substantially active (main or largest-revenue NACE code) in one eligible activity code on the submission date;
can prove they have own funds covering at least 25 % of the private contribution of the proposed budget.
Important performance requirement
Each funded enterprise must increase its export turnover, compared with its 2024 export level, by an amount at least equal to 70 % of the public grant. This target must be achieved no later than three years after project completion.
Eligible costs
Production equipment and environmental-protection equipment
Software and ICT infrastructure
Certifications, consulting services, branding and packaging design
Participation in international trade fairs, promotion & networking activities
Payroll costs for newly hired staff
Indirect costs (overheads)
Key dates & facts
Online submissions: 17 July 2025 – 9 October 2025 (15:00)
Evaluation: comparative scoring; minimum passing score 75/100
Project duration: up to 18 months from final approval
Thinking of leveraging the new grant? QLC handles everything. We begin with a detailed eligibility check, design an investment plan aligned with your goals and the scoring criteria, prepare and submit a fully documented application, and support you through every stage of implementation.
Request a free eligibility assessment on +30 2610 524 550 or email info@qlc.gr.