Funding
How to apply for and use funding
On this page, you will find everything you need to apply, use and comply with Business Finland's funding. You will find instructions on how to start, manage and report on a project, the terms and obligations of funding before and during the funding, as well as all the necessary forms and contract templates. This page will help you ensure that funding is applied for, used and reported correctly.
How to start a project, track costs, and report
Check out our instructions on how to start a financing project, track and report costs during the project, and find the most important forms.
How to keep your project in good shape despite changes
If the content, schedule or costs of the project change, submit a notification of changes in time. Read here instructions on what to do when there are changes to the project.
Funding terms, obligations and practices
Familiarise yourself with the terms and conditions of the funding, obligations and practices before applying and during the funding. Here you will find key instructions, legislation and the necessary contract templates
Business Finland's customer requirements
Business Finland's customers can be companies that have a Finnish business ID, real business operations in Finland, diverse expertise and team, sufficient financial resources for internationalisation, a desire to grow into international markets, and a competitive advantage in international markets.
Before you apply
Plan the project, define the goals and ensure the sufficiency of your own funding. If you are making a purchase, please note the financing terms' requirement regarding the cancellation clause.
Apply for funding
Submit and submit the application in the e-service.
Confirm the funding decision
Read the decision, read the terms and conditions and confirm the decision in the online service.
Organize project tracking
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.