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Enterprise Development Programme

Enterprise Development Programme

Connects research teams and institutions for Enterprise Development in artificial intelligence, manufacturing, and hardware.

The Enterprise Development Programme (Ettevõtte Arenguprogramm) is a structured, multi-phase grant programme administered by Estonia's EIS for established Estonian companies executing long-term strategic development plans. Grants are awarded at support rates of 45% for small enterprises, 35% for medium enterprises, and 25% for large enterprises, up to a maximum of €500,000 per company. Equipment p

Organisational process improvement; product/service R&D; sales and marketing; employee skills; equipment procurement. Must align with 'triple transition' (innovation, digitalization, sustainability) and Estonia 2035.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.6–42 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.55%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.€23.0M

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: eis.ee