Business Start
Malta Enterprise can help with its Business Start scheme. If your start-up is still in its early development phase but is not yet backed by a formal business plan, it might be eligible for a grant of up to €10,000 which you can use to develop your business proposal.
The information provided in the table below is a high-level summary of the Business Start support measure. Interested applicants should read the full Incentive Guidelines which may be downloaded below.
| Scheme Title | Business Start |
| Version | 1.0 |
| Published on | 16th January 2024 |
| Overview | Business Start provides early seed funding for small start-ups that have an economically feasible business concept to further develop their business proposal prior to seeking further funding or third-party equity. |
| Eligibility | Activities that can be considered include:
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| Type of Aid | Grant of up to €10,000 |
| Application Deadline | 30th October 2026 |
| Application Submission | The application form will be available in the coming weeks. (First time users will need to register) |