April 30, 2025 / Internationalization

Call for Internationalisation - YEAR 2025 (25IN)

Q: What are the requirements to participate in the 2025 Internationalization Call?

To participate in the 2025 Internationalization Call for Applications, businesses must operate in specific sectors indicated by ATECO 2025 codes. Furthermore, it is essential that they have their registered office or local units within the jurisdiction of the Vicenza Chamber of Commerce. SMEs must be up-to-date with their annual fee payments. This call is open to micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises seeking to expand their presence in foreign markets. It is crucial for companies to understand the specific regulations and requirements to ensure a valid application.

Q: Which expenses are covered by the 2025 Internationalization Call?

The Internationalization Call for Proposals 2025 covers a variety of expenses aimed at supporting internationalization activities. These include participation in international trade fairs, export consulting services, and the translation of promotional materials. Furthermore, the funding includes the development of international marketing strategies and the creation of foreign language websites. It is important for companies to plan their expenses in order to meet the minimum spending requirements to access the non-repayable contribution. Such expenses must be incurred after the application submission and before the contribution is disbursed.

Q: What is the amount of the contribution provided for by the call for proposals?

The contribution provided by the 2025 Internationalization Call is 3,000 euros, with a minimum required expenditure of 5,000 euros, excluding VAT. Additionally, companies with a legality rating can receive a further contribution of 200 euros. A similar benefit is also provided for companies that have obtained gender equality certification. Therefore, the maximum total contribution can reach up to 3,400 euros. Companies must pay attention to the necessary documents to demonstrate their eligibility to receive these funds.

Q: How can Octagona support companies interested in the call for proposals?

Octagona Srl offers strategic support to companies planning to participate in the 2025 Internationalization Call. Strategic consulting includes foreign market analysis and the development of customized internationalization plans. Additionally, assistance includes application preparation and the collection of necessary documentation. Octagona also supports the management of financed activities by organizing trade shows and developing promotional materials. Finally, the company handles reporting, ensuring all procedures for obtaining the grant are complete and accurate.

Summary

The Vicenza Chamber of Commerce has launched the 2025 Internationalization Call for Applications, dedicated to supporting SMEs in their expansion into foreign markets. With €600,000 available, the call offers non-repayable grants for international initiatives. Interested companies must belong to specific sectors and submit their application by May 15, 2025.

Supporting SMEs in Vicenza for international expansion
Who can participate
Types of eligible expenses
Expected contribution
How Octagona can support you

Supporting SMEs in Vicenza for international expansion

La Vicenza Chamber of Commerce launched the Call for Internationalisation 2025, aimed at supporting micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in their growth in foreign markets. With a budget of 600,000 euros, the call offers non-repayable grants to boost internationalization and digital promotion initiatives.

Who can participate

Enterprises engaged in activities in the following sectors (ATECO 2025 codes) are eligible for the call:

C - Manufacturing activities
D - Supply of electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning
E - Water supply; sewerage management, waste treatment and sanitation activities
F - Construction
G - Wholesale and retail trade
H - Transportation and storage
I - Accommodation and food service activities
J - Editorial activities, radio broadcasting, and content production and distribution
K - Telecommunications, computer programming and consulting, information infrastructure and other information services activities
N - Professional, scientific and technical activities
O - Administrative and support service activities
S - Arts, sports and entertainment activities

Companies must have registered offices and/or local units in the territorial district of the Vicenza Chamber of Commerce and be in good standing with the payment of the annual fee.

Types of eligible expenses

The call funds several activities aimed at internationalization, including:

Participation in international fairs and exhibitions
Export consulting services
Translation and adaptation of promotional materials
Development of international marketing strategies
Implementation or enhancement of foreign language websites
Specialized training in foreign trade

Expected contribution

The contribution is equal to 3,000 euros On a minimum expenditure of 5,000 euros (excluding VAT). Additional 200 euro For enterprises in possession of the legality rating and others 200 euro for those with the certification of gender equality, for a maximum total contribution of 3,400 euros.

The deadline for submitting the application expires on 15/05/2025.

How Octagona can support you

Octagona Srl offers comprehensive support to companies planning to participate in the Internationalization 2025 Call for Proposals, providing:

Strategic consulting: Analysis of foreign markets and definition of tailored internationalization plans
Assistance in preparing the application: Gathering the necessary documentation and filling out the forms
Management of funded activities: Organization of trade fairs, development of promotional materials, training and other
Support in reporting: Preparation of the documents required to obtain the grant

If you would like to expand your business into international markets and benefit from the facilities offered by the Internationalization 2025 Call for Proposals, contact us for a personalized consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the requirements to participate in the 2025 Internationalization Call?

Which expenses are covered by the 2025 Internationalization Call?

What is the amount of the contribution provided for by the call for proposals?

How can Octagona support companies interested in the call for proposals?

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