Technical Assistance for Micro Exporters (TAME) Grant

The TAME grant part-funds the costs that can be incurred investigating and researching export markets. This includes exhibiting at international trade fairs, preparing marketing material and developing websites specifically targeting overseas markets.

Please note that online application must be received minimum six weeks prior to attendance at a trade fair.

Grant terms

• The grant covers 50% of eligible costs (net of VAT) to a maximum of €2,500 in any calendar year
• Applications must be made prior to any expenditure being incurred
• The completed application form must make specific reference to the business's export marketing plans and strategy

What does the grant cover?

• Participation at international trade fairs and shows, covering trade show exhibitor costs, including rental/fees relating to space/stands, foreign travel and subsistence
• Participation at international trade networking events organised through the Enterprise Europe Network
• Development of specific marketing materials aimed at exploring new export markets
• Translation of existing material (booklets, webpages, etc.) for export markets
• Investigation of new internal or external processes to develop export business, for example, new business model or the carrying out of non-regulatory technical requirements

Eligibility requirements

Enterprises located within the geographic location of the Local Enterprise Office (LEO) Dublin City, that is Dublin 1-13, 17 and 20, with less than 10 employees.

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