MKB Lounge subsidy programme

Sector organisations for small and medium-sized entreprises (SME or MKB in Dutch) may be eligible for the MKB Lounge subsidy programme. This subsidy enables sector organisations to set up Holland Lounges at international trade fairs, so that various Dutch companies from these sectors are able to present themselves. MKB Lounge aims to help Dutch companies discover new markets.

When do you qualify?

To qualify for the MKB Lounge subsidy, you need to meet the conditions, among others (in Dutch):

• You are a sector organisation with a KVK numer (you are registered in the Business Register) and have included international business in the statute.
• You have an internationalisation strategy for your members.
• You accept services from non-members under the same conditions as your own members.
• You have a matchmaking programme.
• At least 10 companies are taking part in the subsidy application.

Would you like to find out more about this programme, or do you need support for doing international business? Please check their website or contact the Netherlands Enterprise Agency.

Note that participating companies cannot make use of the SIB Collective Activity subsidy.

How to apply?

You can no longer apply for the 2025 MKB Lounge Subsidy programme.