How can we help?
We connect and help businesses across the island to trade cross-border, collaborate, innovate and attract investment. Through our unique role we also identify opportunities for North-South collaboration that accelerate economic growth and help deliver shared policy priorities.
The InterTradeIreland Trade Hub supports existing and new SMEs with All Island Trade issues.
The Trade Hub has developed a comprehensive knowledge base which provides information on a variety of topics, including trade in goods and services. It focuses on the key areas of Customs, VAT, Regulation, and Employment.
It provides SMEs with tailored, fully funded, one-to-one consultancy support.
Eligibility Criteria
For those that require level 1 Telephone Consultation
For those who require level 2 – Three Days fully funded 1 to 1 consultancy
Raise money and grow your business
The Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) helps smaller, higher-risk trading companies raise finance by offering tax relief to investors who buy new shares.
A company seeking finance via the Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS) or EIS will need to obtain advance assurance from HMRC that the company, its trade and its shares qualify. This
will give potential investors comfort that the company should qualify for SEIS/EIS relief.
You might be eligible if:
(Non-UK companies can avail of the SEIS and EIS schemes if they meet the criteria set out by HMRC to qualify and importantly have a permanent establishment in the UK.)
Explore your cross-border export potential
Exporting businesses are more innovative, productive and resilient compared to their non-exporting peers and trading cross-border is one of the easiest ways to grow your business. It's on your doorstep, easy to access and we can help you take the first steps on your export journey.
Whether your business is getting ready to export or growing exports, let us help you on your journey with the Trade Export Pathway. We offer free, specialist support to grow your cross-border exports. It’s a quick and simple application process and your business will benefit from bespoke support tailored to your specific needs.
To be eligible for support under the Trade Export Pathway, businesses must:
Sole Traders and partnerships that satisfy the eligibility criteria are welcome to apply.
Boost innovation and growth with the help of an academic expert
Enterprise Ireland's Innovation Partnership Programme (IPP) connects businesses with research institutes (universities, institutes of technology) to collaborate on research projects. Businesses can take advantage of professional research capabilities to drive innovation in their products, processes or services.
Businesses looking to develop new or improved products, processes, services through collaboration and knowledge-sharing with Irish research institutes.
You may be eligible if:
Eligibility is subject to terms and conditions.
Join the EU’s flagship research and innovation programme
Horizon Europe provides Irish businesses with funding and expertise to develop and launch innovative products and services that address global challenges.
You may be eligible if:
Eligibility is subject to terms and conditions
Collaborating with you is essential for creating a dynamic future for businesses in Ireland.
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Browse our extensive library of resources or contact our friendly Hub team for personalised assistance. All the information you need to propel your business forward is right here at your fingertips.