Export & International Trade Grants

34 government programs · 30 currently open · Updated February 2026

Australian businesses ready to sell goods or services overseas can access grants covering export market research, trade show attendance, international marketing and product adaptation. The Export Market Development Grants (EMDG) scheme is the flagship federal program, reimbursing eligible export promotion expenses each financial year.

What these grants can fund

  • International trade show and exhibition attendance
  • Export market research and feasibility studies
  • Overseas marketing campaigns and promotional materials
  • Product adaptation for foreign markets
  • IP protection in target export markets
  • International freight, logistics and certification

Common eligibility requirements

  • Australian resident or incorporated company
  • Minimum eligible export expenditure (EMDG: $15,000)
  • Turnover below the applicable threshold
  • Products or services must be Australian-owned or developed
  • Some programs require a minimum track record of exporting

Eligibility varies by program. Always check the official source before applying.

Open programs

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Open·Commonwealth·$100,000 - $10,000,000
Business Investment Concessional Loans NT

Concessional loans for businesses in the Northern Territory to undertake projects that expand and grow their business. Projects must be of net economic benefit to the NT and should create and sustain new local jobs, increase economic activity, expand production capacity, or grow export capability.

Open·WA·$50,000 - $5,000,000
Supply Chain Capacity Program - Round 2

This program supports Western Australian sheep producers and supply chain businesses to adjust to the removal of live sheep exports by sea. It provides grants for capital investments in on-farm finishing infrastructure and onshore processing capacity, including equipment, technology, and facility upgrades to strengthen the sheep supply chain.

Open·Commonwealth·$100,000 - $3,000,000
Cooperative Research Centres Projects (CRCP) Grants - No and Low-Alcohol Wine Research

A $3 million grant supporting Australian Vintage and nine industry partners with the University of Adelaide to develop no and low-alcohol (NOLO) wines. The project addresses technical and market challenges including flavour enhancement, mouthfeel improvement, microbial stability, shelf-life extension, and consumer insights to position Australia as a global leader in lifestyle wines.

Open·Commonwealth·$100,000 - $3,000,000
Cooperative Research Centres Projects (CRC-P) Grants - NOLO Wine Research

A $3 million grant supporting Australian Vintage and nine industry partners with the University of Adelaide to develop no and low-alcohol (NOLO) wine technologies. The project addresses key technical and market challenges including flavour enhancement, mouthfeel improvement, microbial stability, shelf-life extension, and consumer insights to position Australia as a global leader in lifestyle wines.

Open·Commonwealth·$100,000 - $3,000,000
Cooperative Research Centres Projects (CRC-P) Grants - Nuchev Dairy Goat Vaccine Development

A CRC-P collaboration grant of approximately $300,000 supporting Nuchev to develop standardized vaccine protocols and operating procedures for endemic disease prevention in Australian dairy goat operations. The project aims to address the lack of unified vaccine development approaches in the Australian dairy goat industry and create targeted vaccines for improved herd health.

Open·Commonwealth·$50,000 - $2,000,000
Supply Chain Capacity Program WA

This program provides funding to WA sheep producers and supply chain businesses to adjust to the removal of live sheep exports by sea. It supports capital investments for on-farm finishing activities and processing supply chain capacity enhancements through two funding streams.

Open·Commonwealth·Up to $500,000
Seafood Innovation Fund NSW

Provides NSW commercial fishers and aquaculture farmers with low-interest rate loans to improve their business. Loans support investment in preparedness, environmental sustainability, fishing and aquaculture equipment, and transport and logistics to ensure long-term productivity and sustainable use of marine and land-based environments.

Open·Commonwealth·$20,000 - $350,000
Small Business Export Loan

This program provides loans to small to medium export businesses to help them expand their exports and reach new markets. Funding is available to fulfil contracts and purchase orders, develop export markets, and grow overseas sales.

Open·Commonwealth·$5,000 - $50,000
Export Diversification Program SA

This program provides funding to South Australian exporting businesses to help them overcome and adapt to global disruptions in trade. It supports businesses in bringing in external advice on trade strategy, identifying alternative suppliers, restructuring supply chains, and diversifying into new markets.

Open·Commonwealth·$3,000
Global Trade Scheme NT

This program provides funding to Northern Territory businesses to help them set up or expand their exporting capabilities. It offers three streams of support with grants ranging from $3,000 to $50,000 depending on the business's export readiness and market expansion goals.

Open·Commonwealth
Australian Trusted Trader

Australian Trusted Trader provides importing and exporting businesses with free accreditation to streamline customs processes and reduce red tape at the border. Accredited businesses gain access to a dedicated account manager, priority trade services, differentiated examinations, and other benefits to expedite cargo flow in and out of Australia.

Open·Commonwealth·From $100
Duty Drawback Scheme

The Duty Drawback Scheme provides exporters with a refund of customs duty paid on imported goods that are unused or will be treated, processed, or incorporated into other goods for export. This scheme allows eligible exporters to recover customs duties paid at importation.

Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Program details, eligibility and closing dates change — always verify with the official source before applying. Last data update: February 2026.