Grants for Businesses in Brussels
The Brussels-Capital Region has a rich ecosystem of support measures for entrepreneurs. Innoviris, hub.brussels, Brussels Economy, and Atrium offer dozens of programmes tailored to Brussels SMEs — from innovation grants to retail support.
Find my Brussels grantsThe Brussels grant ecosystem
Brussels focuses its business support around four key actors: Innoviris for innovation and R&D, hub.brussels for internationalisation and coaching, Brussels Economy & Employment for investment support, and Atrium for retail and hospitality businesses.
Whether you’re a tech startup, a growing SME, or a shopkeeper, the Brussels Region offers grants ranging from a few thousand euros (Atrium renovation premiums) to hundreds of thousands of euros (Innoviris PoC/PoB). BelGrant helps you identify the programmes you qualify for in 30 seconds.
Key programmes
Innoviris Proof of Concept
Validate your innovative concept with funding for prototyping, market testing, and feasibility studies in Brussels.
Up to €100,000
Brussels SMEs with an innovative project
Innoviris Proof of Business
Bridge from validated concept to commercialisation with support for business model development, market launch, and growth.
Up to €250,000
SMEs with a validated innovative concept
hub.brussels export coaching
Internationalisation support: market prospection, trade fair participation, economic missions, and personalised export coaching.
Variable
Brussels-based exporting companies
Atrium retail premium
Support for Brussels retailers and hospitality businesses: renovation premiums, fit-out subsidies, and business transfer guidance.
Up to €25,000
Brussels retailers and hospitality businesses
Who qualifies?
Registered in Brussels
Your company must have its registered office or an operating unit in the Brussels-Capital Region.
SME or startup
Most programmes target SMEs (< 250 employees) and startups, with higher funding rates for smaller businesses.
Compliant with ONSS
No outstanding social or tax debts. Companies must be in good standing with their legal obligations.
Eligible project
The project must fit the programme scope: innovation, export, investment, retail, or training.
How to apply
Check your eligibility
Use the BelGrant quiz or the Innoviris/hub.brussels website to verify whether your company and project qualify.
Prepare your dossier
Gather your project plan, budget, KBO number, and company documents. Lucas can guide you through this.
Submit your application
Innoviris grants are applied for online. hub.brussels and Atrium each have their own application procedures.
Await evaluation
Processing times vary by programme: from a few weeks (Atrium) to 2–3 months (Innoviris PoC/PoB).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Innoviris only for tech companies?
No. Innoviris supports innovation broadly: technological, social, and methodological. A services SME can apply if its project brings genuine innovation to its sector.
How long does an Innoviris application take?
Proof of Concept typically takes 6–10 weeks to evaluate. Proof of Business is often faster, around 4–8 weeks. Specific calls for projects have their own timelines.
Can I combine Brussels grants with other subsidies?
Yes, within the maximum allowed aid intensity. You can combine Innoviris with federal or EU grants, provided you declare all public funding.
What does Atrium do exactly?
Atrium supports Brussels retailers and hospitality businesses with renovation premiums, fit-out subsidies, business transfer guidance, and advice on the commercial strategy of your business.
Find your Brussels grants
Take our quiz or chat with Lucas to discover the grants your Brussels business qualifies for.