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.