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Micro Business Grant Scheme

Department for Enterprise
🟢 Open (rolling)
Information notice: This information is based on publicly available sources and was last verified on 2026-02-20. Eligibility is determined solely by the administering body — always verify directly before applying. This tool is not affiliated with or endorsed by any government department.
Maximum Funding
Grant and living allowance support (similar structure to BSUS)
Funding Type
Grant

About this scheme

Supports very small and self-employed businesses with turnover below £25,500. Provides grant and/or living allowance support, along with free training and mentoring, for micro businesses looking to become sustainable. Note: this scheme may have merged with BSUS — verify with DfE.

Eligibility

IoM resident for tax; 50%+ ownership; annual turnover under £25,500.

Maximum annual turnover: £25,500.

Suitable for

Individual Sole Trader Small / Medium Business (SME)

What you can use it for

Start a business Grow or hire staff

How to apply

Apply via the DfE application portal at dfeapplications.im

Official source
Apply / Learn more at Department for Enterprise ↗

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Last verified: 2026-02-20 · Category: Business
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