Over £38m is available to help businesses in England grow overseas trading and strengthen international ties through the Government’s Internationalisation Fund.

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What is the Internationalisation Fund?

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It’s a new programme for businesses to draw down match-funded grants of up £9,000 to support overseas growth and develop capacity in new markets, including a range of global marketing services - could either you or one of your clients benefit?

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What can businesses spend the funding on?

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The Internationalisation Fund is open to SMEs across England that have the potential to grow their international sales and can be used to support a range of activities, including:

- Translation services and cultural advice

- International marketing, including social media and SEO support

- Market research

- IP advice

- Due diligence

- Attending trade fairs

- Independent market visits

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Who is eligible for support through the Internationalisation Fund?

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The grants are available to SMEs in England that fit the following criteria:

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• Already exporting and want to expand into new markets, or find a better way of trading in an existing market

• Are launching a new product

• Established SMEs that are new to exporting**

• +£500k turnover or with growth potential.

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If we can help you, or your client understand how to access and make the most of this funding for your international marketing activity, please do get in touch.

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*Eligible projects need a minimum value of £2000 and a maximum £18,000 and up to 50% grant funding is available.

**Start-ups are not eligible for the Internationalisation Fund.

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