Italy national funding and resources for startups

At a glance

Whether you are looking for training, funding or other support services for your startup, we can assist you. Discover the national funding for startups, training programmes and other resources available to support your startup in Italy.

National funding for startups

There are numerous funding opportunities for startups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Italy. Whether you are looking for grants, loans or equity, the following options are available:

CDP Ventures

Financing public and private investments to support sustainable growth, infrastructure and competitiveness.

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Invitalia

Encourages the creation, development and relaunch of enterprises.

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Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy (MIMIT)

National grant and low-interest loan programmes for SMEs.

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SIMEST

Public agency supporting the internationalisation of Italian businesses.

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Programmes for incubation, acceleration and more

Explore a selected list of Italy’s locally delivered training programmes for startups. These include incubation, acceleration and other formats, which you can filter by sector, type and technology readiness level targeted, to find the most suitable option.

Other support resources

Are you looking for additional support for your startup, to upskill or raise funds? Check the following organisations:

Agenzia per la Promozione della Ricerca Europea (APRE)

Supporting participation in Horizon Europe through guidance, training and partnership.

Italia Startup Visa

Fast track programme enabling non-EU founders to launch startups in Italy.