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Youth-Led Start-Up Support Scheme

The Scheme is intended to support young first-time entrepreneurs in establishing a company in Malta by reducing initial incorporation and compliance costs. The scheme provides financial support of up to €1,000 by part funding eligible legal fees incurred in connection with the incorporation of a qualifying company and Malta Business Registry fees.

 

 

The information provided in the table below is a high-level summary of the Youth-Led Start-Up Support Scheme.   Interested applicants should read the full Incentive Guidelines which may be downloaded further down.

 

Scheme Title Youth-Led Start-Up Support Scheme
Version 1.0
Published on 11th September 2026
Eligibility
  • Applicant must be a Start Up – Youths Company (as established by the Malta Business Registry)
  • Applicants must not be excluded from receiving de minimis aid
  • Applicants must not be subject to collective insolvency proceedings
Type of Aid Cash Grant
Eligible Costs
  • MBR incorporation fee
  • CSP fees directly related to company incorporation
  • MBR annual return fees for Years 2 to 5
Application Deadline 30th November 2030
Application Submission Applications must be submitted through the Corporation’s client portal which may be accessed here.
(First time users will need to register)