Your Madeira-based company wants to export but doesn't know the regional support available
Madeira's internationalisation line supports regional companies entering new markets, with rules adapted to the island's reality. We verify the fit of your export plan.
- Funding your plan to enter foreign markets
- Regional support that complements Madeira's logistical advantage
- Compatible with mainland international promotion instruments
Calls with their own calendar — confirmed in the diagnosis
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Funding
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Programmes
Portugal 2030, RRP and others
Region
Autonomous Region of Madeira
Eligible businesses
Madeira-based SMEs with an export strategy, Companies entering new markets from Madeira, Regional startups with products ready to internationalise, Companies attending international trade fairs and missions
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.
Export plan funded
Covers the costs of preparing and executing entry into new markets.
Atlantic strategic position
Madeira offers logistical and tax advantages that amplify internationalisation returns.
Fairs, missions and adaptation
Funds participation in international events and product adaptation.
Who can apply
- Companies based or investing in the Autonomous Region of Madeira
- An internationalisation plan with defined target markets
- Tax and social security compliance
- A product or service with export potential
What it can fund
- Participation in international trade fairs and missions
- Product, packaging and documentation adaptation for foreign markets
- Market studies and international trademark registration
- E-commerce and international sales platforms
- Distribution and export logistics 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
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