Funding for incubators to assist start-ups to succeed in international markets
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.
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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Last updated: 12 February 2026