You run a small local business and lack investment to grow
This line supports micro and small local businesses in upgrading premises, equipment and commercial presence. We check in minutes whether your business qualifies.
- Affordable investment for very small businesses
- A process designed for companies without a finance department
- Stronger commercial space and offer
Calls with limited budget — confirmed in the diagnosis
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Funding
Calculated for your project
Programmes
Portugal 2030, RRP and others
Region
Local economy territories covered by the call
Eligible businesses
Micro businesses, Local retail, Restaurants and neighbourhood services, Craft and local produce businesses
The opportunity
Why this funding is worth exploring
The incentive reduces the financial burden of the investment and accelerates projects already planned by the business.
A refreshed space, more customers
Funds works, branding and equipment that directly improve the customer experience.
Investment within reach
Amounts sized for micro businesses, without the structures large projects require.
Application handled end to end
We prepare documents, quotes and forms so the owner can focus on the business.
Who can apply
- Micro and small businesses with a local economic base
- Activity covered by the call
- Investment made in the eligible territory
- Tax and social security situation in order
- Investment not started at the application date
What you can fund
- Adaptation and refurbishment works
- Equipment and furniture used in the activity
- IT equipment and management systems
- Branding, signage and digital presence
- Specialist support services
Not sure whether your project qualifies? Receive an answer within 24 business hours.
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Other funding linked to this project
Many companies combine more than one incentive. Check the related pages before deciding.
How Start PME works
From assessment to payment, with support at every stage
We work through clear stages so you always know what happens next.
- 1
Free assessment
We review the business profile, investment and region to confirm eligibility and the applicable rate.
- 2
Strategy and eligibility
We select the right call, structure the project and maximise the available uplifts.
- 3
Application submitted
We prepare the project description, investment plan and forecasts, and submit everything on time.
- 4
Delivery and payments
We support procurement, payment claims and reports through to project completion.
5,000+
Applications submitted
€50M+
Approved eligible expenditure
€27M+
Approved non-repayable funding
82%
Approval rate
Experience and trust
Trusted by the clients we have supported
Proven results and genuine feedback from Start PME clients.
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers to the questions holding back your decision
Find out in two minutes whether funding is available for your business
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