With funding, we help Finnish companies and research organisations to succeed! We offer a variety of funding options for companies, R&D funding and other funding services. We help the creation of innovative solutions by sharing the risk and supporting the acquisition of additional resources. Eligible organisations with a completed project plan can apply for funding.
Funding calls at
Business Finland
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Energy aid
Energy aid is available for companies and organizations of all sizes to support investments and audit projects that improve energy efficiency and savings. These projects also contribute to Finland’s carbon neutrality goals.
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- Call is open
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IPCEI AI (Artificial Intelligence) funding call
The objective of the call is to strengthen Europe’s technological and industrial competitiveness in artificial intelligence and to connect Finnish organisations more closely to European AI value chains.
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- Call is open
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Cooperation between research organizations and SMEs
The aim of the call is to bring within the scope of research-company cooperation SMEs and so-called mittelstand companies that have not yet systematically utilized the expertise of research organizations. Only research organizations are funded in the call.
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- Call is open
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New Competitiveness for the European Defence Industry
The objective of the projects is to achieve a significant increase in Europe’s defence capabilities and technological autonomy.
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- Call is open
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Chips JU Calls 2026
The European Chips JU (Joint Undertaking) strengthens the European semiconductor ecosystem and Europe’s technological leadership.
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- Call is open
Funding services
Internationalisation and RDI activities through funding
We offer funding for a wide range of business development needs. Our funding services are especially intended for companies aiming for internationalisation and bold RDI activities.
Utilizing international funding opportunities
We offer Finnish companies advice on international networks and financing.
Funding guidelines
More information on funding
Do you need more information about applying for funding or the process during funding? Read the instructions for funding!
Funding opportunities
Stages of applying for funding
Business Finland's funding is intended for research and product development as well as for the needs of companies' business development and international growth.
How to apply for funding
Before you apply
Plan the project, define the goals and ensure the sufficiency of your own funding.
Apply for funding
Submit and submit the application in the e-service.
Approve the funding decision
Read the decision, read the terms and conditions and accept the decision in the e-service.
Organize project follow-up
Arrange project accounting in accordance with the terms of funding.
Execute and report on the project
Report implementation and costs. Notify Business Finland of any changes.