Who pays what?
You pay the provider’s invoice. After the project, the Ministry of the Economy refunds 70% of the eligible costs.
Is VAT included?
No. The project has to be between €3,000 and €25,000 excluding VAT, and the 70% is calculated on the eligible costs.
Can I start before the Ministry approves?
No. The application comes first and the Ministry decides on it. Only then does the provider start. A project that already started cannot be funded.
Do I have to go to the House of Entrepreneurship?
Yes. Every application starts with a pre-analysis at the House of Entrepreneurship of the Chamber of Commerce, or at eHandwierk of the Chamber of Trades for craft businesses. They complete the application with you.
Which package is right for me?
SME Packages – Digital is for digital marketing, management tools and e-invoicing. SME Packages – AI is for putting artificial intelligence to work in your processes. The free check tells you which one fits.
Who can apply?
Luxembourg SMEs with a business permit from the Ministry of the Economy, their registered seat in Luxembourg, and SME size in staff, turnover and balance sheet.