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Apply for digitalization grants for businesses

Grants for investments in digital technologies, software, or IT security for small and medium-sized enterprises.

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Processing: approx. 2 monthsSuccess rate: 60.0 %
Last reviewed: September 14, 2026

Quick answer

  1. 1

    Documents you need

    Identification card or passport · Form / Application

  2. 2

    Responsible authority

    The authority of your main residence

  3. 3

    How to do it

    Apply directly online

  4. 4

    Costs

    Kostenlos (Förderantrag)

Find the responsible authority

How to proceed

  1. 1

    Check eligibility

    Through the BAFA program portal or the state development bank.

  2. 2

    Submit a request before awarding the contract

    Including offers and descriptions of measures.

  3. 3

    Implementation and Statement of Use

    Submit this after the project is completed.

Responsible authority

The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →

The essentials before applying

Who is eligible?

Small and medium-sized businesses that invest in digitalization initiatives.

Income limit

Processing time

Nationwide: approx. approx. 2 months

Success rate

approx. 60.0 % (estimate)

Most common mistakes

  • Requests for proposals were solicited and contracts were awarded before the grant award notice was issued
  • Statement of use not submitted by the deadline

Common reasons for rejection

  • The investment does not qualify as an eligible measure
  • The application was submitted only after the contract was awarded

Alternatives

  • Check related services in the application assistant
  • Use social counselling before applying

If rejected

File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.

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Questions & Answers

How much does it cost to apply for digitalization grants for businesses?

Free (grant application).

How long does it take to apply for digitalization grants for businesses?

Typically about 45 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.

Freshness & source

Maintenance
Continuously reviewed & updated
Source
Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz
Data quality
100 %

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