Irish businesses can access a range of state-backed finance through bodies including Enterprise Ireland, the Local Enterprise Offices (LEOs), the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI), and MicroFinance Ireland. Enterprise Ireland supports high-growth companies with equity, grants, and loan guarantees. LEOs support micro and small businesses with feasibility grants, trading online vouchers, and business development support. The SBCI provides lower-cost lending through partner banks for eligible SMEs. A corporate finance advisor can help identify which schemes your business qualifies for and assist with applications. Awareness of available supports is often low among SMEs, making professional guidance particularly valuable.
