For the 2021/22 year onwards, the Export Market Development Grants (EMDG) scheme will be reoriented from a scheme providing assistance through reimbursement after expenditure to an upfront grant agreement. This will give eligible exporters funding certainty before they embark on their marketing and promotion activities.
Eligible SME’s will be able to apply and get approval up front, giving certainty of funding and confidence to commit to marketing activities. The new rules commence 1 July 2021, although it is likely we can lodge applications ahead of that date.
Importantly this is for planned expenditure AFTER 1 July 2021. If you have expenses to claim for EMDG for 19/20 or the current 20/21 year then you should still apply under the existing EMDG rules – view the current program information or contact us to discuss.
For eligible businesses who are
new to export.
For eligible exporters who plan to expand
their presence in current markets or enter
new markets.
For exporters who continue to expand
into new markets.
The Rules are not yet announced, but it is likely that:
There will be a test of export readiness
Grant will be based around your planned spending on eligible overseas marketing activities – likely similar to existing categories
Grant will be a percentage of your planned spend
Most industries and services will receive support
Promotion to almost all export markets likely
to be eligible (not NZ)
Annual revenue (turnover) of less than $20 million
Exporting / intending to export
Not previously received 8 EMDG rebates
The Rules for 2021/22 have not yet been announced but it is likely that the types of eligible expenses will be similar to the existing program, including;
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