Grant for a processing enterprise (8000000 UAH)

Grant for re-production: how to get UAH 8 million in support

The development of small and medium-sized businesses in the processing industry is one of the priorities of government policy. One of the instruments of such support is the provision of non-repayable financial assistance in the form of grants for the establishment or development of a processing enterprise. In 2025, it is possible to receive a grant of up to UAH 80000000, which opens up new opportunities for agrarians, farmers, entrepreneurs and cooperatives.

What is a processing company?

A processing enterprise is a business entity that processes, modifies or manufactures new products from raw materials: agricultural products (cotton, wool, etc.) or extractive industry products (oil, natural gas, ore, etc.).

Such enterprises can operate in different sectors of the economy and can be of different sizes - from small family businesses to large corporations.

Requirements for grant applicants

To qualify for a grant of up to UAH 8 million, an applicant must meet a number of important criteria. These requirements are aimed at ensuring the efficient use of funds and supporting businesses that have the potential for sustainable development. All applications are carefully reviewed, so compliance with the conditions is mandatory. Here are the main requirements for the applicant:

• The company does not operate in the temporarily occupied territories.
• The person does not carry out its activities in the territory of Russia.
• The person is not subject to sanctions.
• No facts of bankruptcy or illegal activity.
• No tax arrears or legal proceedings that may affect the project implementation.

Having a clear management structure, a qualified team, and realistic forecasts increases the chances of a positive funding decision.

Conditions for obtaining a grant for re-production

Before applying, it is important to familiarise yourself with the key requirements for applicants. The programme aims to support businesses that really have the potential to develop and create jobs in the recycling sector. The main conditions for receiving a grant include:

• A business plan describing the processing process, costs, profit and profitability forecasts.
• Co-financing - the applicant must provide partial financing of the project at their own expense (in most regions of Ukraine - at least 50%).
• Creation of new jobs - a prerequisite is employment: to create at least 25 jobs, depending on the size of the grant, provided that the unified social contribution from these jobs is paid at least 20% of the requested grant.
• Targeted use of funds - the grant must be spent exclusively on the purchase of equipment, machinery, reconstruction or replenishment of working capital.
• Relevance to the type of activity - the company must belong to the raw material processing industry of agriculture or mining. 

All of these conditions are checked in detail during the application process, so it is critical to comply with them.

What expenses are covered by the enterprise grant

Once the application is approved, the funds can be used for clearly defined purposes as provided for in the programme terms and conditions. It is worth remembering that not all types of expenses are allowed, so budget planning should be balanced and reasonable. Grant funds can be used for the following purposes:

1. Purchase of equipment for product processing: sorting lines, packaging machines, dryers, meat and milk processing equipment, etc.
2. Supplying utilities to production facilities for their further operation.
3. Delivery of purchased technical equipment for production.
4. Replenishment of working capital (if the main KVED is 30.30).

Other costs, such as transport, salaries or marketing, are not covered by this grant programme.

How to apply

The application process is fairly straightforward, but requires careful documentation and a sound business plan. Applications are accepted through the Diia portal according to the established procedure. The application algorithm includes the following steps:

1. Registration on the Diia portal and filling in the electronic form.
2. Uploading a business plan with a detailed description of the technological process, costs and efficiency forecasts.
3. Submission of certificates and documents confirming the applicant's legal status, availability of funds for co-financing, and absence of debts to the budget.
4. Waiting for the results of the review, which can take up to 45 working days.
5. Signing a grant agreement and monitoring the use of funds.

Each step must be completed carefully to avoid mistakes and refusal of funding.

Advantages of the grant for a processing plant

Non-repayable financial assistance - if the conditions are met, the funds do not need to be returned.

Incentive for modernisation - the ability to upgrade equipment and improve production efficiency.

Development of local communities - job creation and increased employment in the regions.

Frequently asked questions about grant for re-production