Export Diversification Program SA

About this grant

This program provides funding to SA exporting businesses to help them overcome and adapt to global disruptions in trade.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Applicants must be exporting and have clear evidence of a direct and significant impact from trade disruptions.
• Additionally, applicants must:
• Have an active sa registered australian business number (abn), or be able to demonstrate significant operations in sa
• Be registered for goods and services tax (gst)
• Demonstrate export revenue in sa for 24 months or more from the date of application
• Produce the service or product primarily in sa under their own brand.
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What the funding covers

• Funding of up to $50K.

How to apply

1. 1Confirm readiness: Ensure you meet criteria (e.g., ABN, turnover limits, GST registration), align project objectives with grant goals, and estimate time for evidence gathering and writing.
2. 2Gather evidence: Collect documents like financials, business plans, market research, project budgets, resumes, risk analysis, and support letters to prove capability and impact.
3. 3Register/log in: Obtain an Australian Business Number (ABN) if needed, sign into the relevant portal (e.g., Business Grants Hub portal), and note any prerequisites like advisory service reports.
4. 4Prepare and write application: Address all selection criteria clearly (project details, government alignment, costs, outcomes, benefits); keep concise, factual, and compelling; validate for completeness.
5. 5Review, approve, and submit: Proofread, get stakeholder sign-off, submit online via the portal before deadline (no late entries); expect eligibility check, merit assessment, and outcome notification.
6. 6Visit https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/export-diversification-program-sa for application details

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