Business support finder

All tourist accommodation providers in Northern Ireland must receive certification from Tourism NI in order to operate.

Going Dutch is an early stage exporter programme for businesses that have the capability and motivation to break into international markets and specifically to explore new business opportunities in The Netherlands

Advice and support for local business and academic leaders to bring their national or international colleagues, organisation or wider industry to Belfast, through a conference, meeting or event

Graduates with a viable business idea can apply for a £15,000 grant to help them transition to self-employment.

Funding of up to £25,000 towards the cost of technical service providers (test-houses, product development consultants, certification bodies, IP specialists etc) to implement innovative solutions.

Free training, advice and support to young people to develop their skills and help them become future entrepreneurs.

A range of support initiatives to help Northern Ireland Food and Drink businesses to grow using market research, data analysis and consumer insights.

Businesses relocating or searching for new premises in the Lisburn Castlereagh area can tap into free support from the Council’s Investment Team.

A tailored executive education programme to help CEO's and site leads of companies located in Northern Ireland with a parent company based elsewhere to develop a growth plan

Financial support for trade and development missions for businesses who want to be equipped with the relevant in-depth knowledge, know-how and confidence to successfully operate in new markets