Understanding Export Market Development Grants
The Export Market Development Grants (EMDG) program is designed to help Australian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) expand their reach into global markets.
By offering financial support, EMDG enables businesses to promote their goods and services internationally and to gain valuable export training.
Who Can Benefit?
The program supports a range of businesses at different stages of their export journey:
- Tier 1: For SMEs that are ready to begin exporting
- Tier 2: For SMEs looking to expand their exports in current markets
- Tier 3: For SMEs targeting new key markets
- Representative Bodies: Organisations that assist their member SMEs in achieving export success can also apply.
Current Grant Rounds
At present, four grant rounds are being managed. While rounds 1 to 3 have closed, round 4 will soon be open for applications. The opening dates are:
- Representative Bodies: November 6, 10 AM AEDT
- Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3: November 12, 10 AM AEDT.
EMDG funding presents an opportunity for businesses to gain the resources they need to grow internationally and succeed in the global market.