Business funding

Aid for business development and investment projects can be sought from the EU’s structural funds. Funding is granted to projects that have a significant impact on the company’s growth or renewal, internationalisation, productivity, or digital business development.

Special attention is paid to projects contributing to climate change adaptation, the promotion of carbon neutrality and energy or material efficiency. Employment aspects are also considered when granting support.

A maximum of 50 per cent of the overall project costs can be granted in funding for development measures. In the case of lump-sum payments for preliminary surveys and similar projects, support can account for a maximum of 60 per cent of the overall costs. For investments, the share of funding can differ depending on the company’s size and location. Funding is granted on a discretionary basis and is based on an overall assessment made of the company and project, as well as on the available appropriations.

Funding applications

The application must be submitted before the start of the project. Applications are submitted via the EURA 2021 system. Calls for applications will be published on the rakennerahastot.fi (structuralfunds.fi) website.

Applicants should note that the application material and instructions are only available in Finnish and Swedish.

Guidance and information

Before submitting your application, we recommend that you contact the national guidance service for SME funding, available Monday through Friday, from 9.00 to 15.00, at +358 295 024 800. If required, you can also contact the business specialist for Northern Finland.

Applicants should note that the application material and instructions are only available in Finnish and Swedish.

Communication

Communication is an opportunity and obligation in project activities. Read more.