The SME Fund 2026, a European Commission initiative implemented
by the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), is now
open and will run until 04th December 2026, subject to availability
of funds.
The scheme provides financial support to EU-based SMEs to help
cover the cost of protecting intellectual property rights.
Applications may be submitted by an SME owner, employee, or
authorised representative.
Eligible SMEs may benefit from a 75% reimbursement of official
trademark, design, and patent fees at both national and EU level,
up to:
- €700 for trademarks and designs
- €1,000 for patents
- Up to €2,500 for European patents filed at the EPO
Each SME may apply for one voucher per IP activity per year.
SMEs that applied between 2021 and 2025 may also apply in 2026 for
different IP rights, with a fast-track process available for
previous beneficiaries.
