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Funding for incubators to assist start-ups to succeed in international markets

Overview

Provides grants to new and existing Australian incubators to help start-ups develop capabilities to succeed in international markets, including support for migrant and refugee founders and regionally focused start-ups.

Funding assists incubators to deliver services such as mentoring, access to networks, co-location and professional services.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible you must be operating an existing incubator or establishing a new incubator.

Your incubator must foster and facilitate the development of innovative start-ups focused on international trade.

You must have an Australian Business Number (ABN) and be one of the following:

  • an entity incorporated in Australia
  • an incorporated trustee on behalf of a trust
  • an incorporated not for profit organisation
  • a publicly funded research organisation (PFRO)
  • or a local government agency or body

You must provide an Approval letter from your board or chief executive officer and an Accountant’s declaration for grants over $50,000 to show you can fund your share of the project costs.

Your project must include eligible activities and expenditure and meet minimum eligible project values (at least $26,000 for projects in major cities; at least $20,000 for projects in regional areas).

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Quick Info
Funding Amount
$13,000 - $250,000
Closing Date
Ongoing - No closing date
Eligible Locations
National (All States)
Eligible Business Types
Company, Trust, Non-profit, Research Institution, Government
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Last updated: 12 February 2026