Active and Upcoming Grants

Active Grants in Greece

Central Greece – "Epicheiro Sterea"

This program supports existing businesses operating in the Region of Central Greece. Investment budgets range from €30,000 to €800,000, with a subsidy rate of up to 75%. Eligible costs include building works, equipment, digital upgrades, photovoltaic systems and electric vehicles. Applications are open until 18 September 2026.

Just Transition Areas – SME Strengthening Program

This program supports existing micro and small enterprises operating in Greece's Just Transition Areas, including the municipalities of Megalopolis, Oichalia, Gortynia and Tripoli, as well as the Region of Western Macedonia. Investment budgets range from €2,000 to €20,000 with a subsidy rate of 75%. Eligible expenses include building works, equipment, software and energy upgrades. Applications are open until 31 July 2026.

Western Greece – Modernisation of Scientific Professionals

This program supports self-employed scientific professionals with headquarters or a branch in the Region of Western Greece. Investment budgets range from €5,000 to €10,000, with a 50% subsidy rate. Eligible expenses include building works, digital and other equipment, software and promotion. Applications have been extended until 24 July 2026.

Western Greece – Small Investments for SMEs

This grant scheme supports businesses with headquarters or a branch in the Region of Western Greece. Investment budgets range from €5,000 to €40,000, with a 50% subsidy rate. Eligible costs include building works, digital and other equipment, software and promotion. Applications have been extended until 24 July 2026.

Western Greece – Medium Investments for SMEs

This program supports businesses with headquarters or a branch in the Region of Western Greece planning medium-scale investment projects. Investment budgets range from €40,001 to €120,000, with a 50% subsidy rate. Eligible costs include building works, machinery, digital equipment, vehicles, software and promotion. Applications have been extended until 24 July 2026.

Upcoming Grants in Greece

Attica – Digital Transformation and Innovation Programs

Two new grant programs are expected for businesses in the Region of Attica. The first will support business adaptation through digital transformation, while the second will promote cooperation between public and private bodies for the development of innovative products and services. Potential beneficiaries include SMEs, start-ups, business partnerships, universities, research organisations and innovation clusters.

Patent Fund

The Patent Fund is expected to be activated by the Hellenic Development Bank. With a total budget of €41.4 million, it will support Greek SMEs in registering and protecting patents. The program aims to help businesses safeguard innovative products and services and strengthen their competitiveness in Greek and international markets.

SME Adaptation Plans

This upcoming program will support SMEs with at least two completed financial years and 20–50 employees. Eligible sectors are expected to include most business activities, excluding the primary sector. Funding will support consulting services, staff training, certification of learning outcomes, payroll costs for newly hired employees and other adaptation actions.