The EMDG PROGRAMME

Everything you need to know about the Export Market Development Grant

The EMDG programme provides matched funding to eligible Australian small and medium enterprises at different points in their export journey. It has supported Australian businesses since 1974.

what is the EMDG?

Australia's flagship export grant

The Export Market Development Grant (EMDG) is an Australian Government programme that reimburses eligible businesses for promotional expenses when developing export markets. It has supported thousands of Australian businesses since 1974.

Am i eligible?

Key eligibility criteria

Australian Business

Must be registered in Australia with an ABN

Revenue under $20M

Annual turnover threshold applies

Export activity

Must have eligible export promotion expenses

Goods or services

Exporting products, services, or IP

Grant Tiers

3 tiers of funding available

tIER 1
devELOPMENT
Up to $40,000

For businesses new to exporting. Focus on market research and planning.

tier 2
GROWTH
Up to $80,000

For businesses actively developing export markets.

TIER 3
eXPORT READY
Up to $150,000

For established exporters scaling internationally.

ELIGIBLE EXPENSES

What costs can be claimed

Foreign buyer visits to Australia
Marketing and promotional activities overseas
Intellectual property registration overseas
Trade fairs and exhibitions
Overseas representation costs
Free samples of product sent overseas
Training to support export activities
Promotional literature and website costs
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