Business Start-Up Scheme
Department for Enterprise
Maximum Funding
Up to £6,000 (enhanced £15,000 for key sectors)
Funding Type
Grant
About this scheme
Supports new start-ups or businesses that have been trading for less than 18 months. Includes a reimbursement grant and/or living allowance of £100/week for 26 weeks, with an enhanced package of up to £15,000 available for key sectors and exporters. Comes with 16 hours of free training and 18 months of mentoring.
Eligibility
IoM resident for tax; aged 16+; 50%+ ownership; trading less than 18 months; turnover between £25,500–£100,000.
Maximum annual turnover: £100,000.
Suitable for
What you can use it for
How to apply
Apply online at dfeapplications.im — includes training and action plan meetings
Official source
Apply / Learn more at Department for Enterprise ↗
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Last verified: 2026-02-20 · Category: Business