Check your eligibility

The eligibility checklist has been designed to help you understand whether you should consider applying for an Export Market Development Grant.

Check your eligibility using the eligibility checklist

If you are unsure about your eligibility we suggest that you clarify any issues with your nearest EMDG office before you consider applying for a grant. Contact Austrade on 13 28 78 or email us at emdg.help@austrade.gov.au.

Join the EMDG mailing list

If you would like to be added to the EMDG mailing list and be sent information and regular updates on the scheme complete the online registration form. This will enable Austrade to send you updates and information on the scheme and how to apply for a grant.

Complete your application

Application forms for the 2011-12 grant year will be available for download in mid-May 2012. If you require assistance with preparing your application, please consider the following:

• attending a free coaching session
• viewing our helpful publications
• reading our application tips and hints fact sheet
• using a consultant to help you with your application
• contacting the EMDG helplines

Review your application before lodgement

Please review your application to ensure that it is complete and accurate.

Lodge your application

All applicants must ensure that their completed application is received by Austrade between 1 July and 30 November. Austrade cannot, by law, accept late applications.

All required schedules must be submitted along with your completed application form. In addition, if you are:

• a first-time applicant
• claiming expenses of $40,000 or more for an overseas representative, or
• promoting goods that are not made in Australia
• applying for your third or subsequent grant

you must also submit other supporting documentation along with your completed application form.

Please make sure that your application is complete and accurate so that we can process it as quickly as possible. Austrade gives priority to processing complete and accurate applications.