Fund your accommodation works on exceptional terms
Grow with Tourism supports building and upgrading accommodation and restaurants with subsidised financing. We check whether your project fits.
- Financing on better terms than standard bank credit
- A non-repayable component in some categories
- Bonuses for inland and low-density projects
Applications in phases while funding lasts
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Funding
Calculated for your project
Programmes
Portugal 2030, RRP and others
Region
Mainland Portugal, with priority for inland areas
Eligible businesses
Micro businesses, Small businesses, Medium-sized businesses, Sole traders
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.
Works that do not drain your cash
The financing covers a large share of the investment, with terms and grace periods matched to the opening of the unit.
A more competitive property
Upgrading the unit raises the average rate and extends the season instead of competing on price alone.
An application prepared properly
We handle the investment plan, projections and licensing required by the programme.
Who can apply
- Tourism companies and sole traders
- Accommodation, restaurant or tourism activity projects
- Licensing and property title in order or under way
- Tax and social security situation in order
- Minimum own funds required by the programme
What you can fund
- Construction, extension and refurbishment works
- Equipment, furniture and interior design
- Energy efficiency and sustainability of the unit
- Digital management and booking systems
- Related project and licensing costs
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
Free assessment, reply within 24 business hours and no obligation.

