An Export Support Grant of up to £2,000 is available from City of Edinburgh Council to support local businesses grow their overseas trading, supporting local employment and investment. Funded through The UK Shared Prosperity Fund and City of Edinburgh Council, this grant aims to help local businesses meet the needs of new or existing international markets.

The application process is managed by Business Gateway Edinburgh, and an Advisor will be allocated to any company interested in applying for the grant.

If the application is approved, there is a period of up to 12 weeks allowed for the company to carry out the work before invoicing City of Edinburgh Council for the grant payment. Please note: businesses need to fund their activities up front and invoice the Council retrospectively.

What companies are eligible?

Scottish-registered businesses of any size, based within the City of Edinburgh Council area and already trading.

Important Information

For full scheme guidance and an application form, please email bglothian@bgateway.com