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Business Funding & Business Finance Northern Ireland

Where to find start-up funding.

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It wasn't that long ago that borrowing from your bank, friends, or relatives were the only available options if you needed to raise money to start your business. How times have changed! Thankfully, a whole new world of 'alternative funding' has emerged.

The government also recognises that start-ups can play their part in the economy as potential tax payers and employers hence the introduction of the Start Up Loan Company. This fund allows you to apply for up to £25,000 per person - Find out more

Free Funding Report

If you need to raise some money for your new or existing business and would like to know what options are open to you (without any obligation), please complete and submit this simple form.

Our FREE report which explains your funding choices in simple English.

Your information will be treated in confidence and we will not bombard you with spam.

Help Northern Ireland's newest businesses succeed

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Reach local start‑ups right at the moment they’re choosing suppliers - your logo, details and link will appear in front of new businesses before your competitors even know they are searching.

We only ever recommend one partner per classification per area. Claim yours for only £10 per year.

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Local partners

Local people are starting businesses right now, and many have not yet chosen an accountant, a designer, premises, or anything else they need.

Be the one they find first - we only ever recommend one partner per trade, per area, for just £10 per year. Find out more

These local businesses have already claimed their exclusive spot and are keen to help local start-ups:

Free Startup Guide

Start Your Own Business in 2021

Download the 2026 edition of our FREE guide

An interactive step-by-step guide which also includes all of the most important subjects covered with links to useful articles and relevant contacts.

This guide explains the key start-up subjects in simple English and points to where you can find help and support.

More Information and instant download

Northern Ireland Sources of Funding

The Northern Ireland Spin Out (NISPO)
The Northern Ireland Spin Out (NISPO) initiatives support start-up and early stage businesses in Northern Ireland. The support includes a
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Local help for startups

There is plenty of help for startups in Northern Ireland but where can it be found?

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