Global Trade Scheme NT

About this grant

This program provides funding to NT businesses to help them set up or expand their exporting capabilities.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• This program has 3 streams of support:
• Businesses at the beginning of their export journey.
• Grants of up to $3,000 to assist businesses to become export ready.
• Businesses wanting to diversify into exports.
• Grants of up to $10,000 to assist export-ready businesses grow existing markets and enter into new markets.
• Businesses wanting to expand into new global markets.
• Grants of up to $50,000 to assist export-ready businesses grow existing markets and enter into new markets through a cluster or industry association project.
• To be eligible, businesses must:
• Have an australian business number (abn)
• Have an annual turnover of more than $75,000, and less than $10 million.
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What the funding covers

• Funding amounts vary depending on the funding stream being applied for.

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/global-trade-scheme-nt for application details

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