Apply for digitalization grants for businesses
Grants for investments in digital technologies, software, or IT security for small and medium-sized enterprises.
How to proceed
- 1
Check eligibility
Through the BAFA program portal or the state development bank.
- 2
Submit a request before awarding the contract
Including offers and descriptions of measures.
- 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 →
Fees
Varies by case
Processing time
approx. 2 months
Official: max. approx. 2 months
Online application
Online possible – at the responsible authority
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
You can usually file an objection against a rejection.
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Small and medium-sized businesses that invest in digitalization initiatives.
Income limit
The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.
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.