KMO Subsidies: Guide For Flemish.pdf

1. Introduction
- KMO-Portefeuille: A low-threshold, interactive web application for Flemish entrepreneurs to annually obtain subsidies from the Flemish government for supporting their entrepreneurial and innovative processes.
- Purpose of this guide: To guide users step-by-step through the administrative follow-up of their subsidy application, based on the website of the Agency for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (VLAIO).
- Eligibility: Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as defined by the European SME definition, located in the Flemish Region, from the private sector, with an acceptable main activity and legal form.

2. Subsidy Amount
- Maximum annual subsidy: €15,000 for training and advice.
- Subsidy rates and ceilings vary depending on the service and the size of the enterprise (small or medium-sized).
- Minimum project cost: €100 (training) or €500 (advice), excluding VAT.

3. Subsidy Application Process
- One-time Registration: Register as a person (e-ID) and couple it to the enterprise.
- Subsidy Application: Log in, select your enterprise, enter project details, and provide information about your service provider. Receive confirmation, subsidized amount, and payment details. Make timely own contribution, receive subsidy, pay service provider, and evaluate the service provider.

4. Stopping and Repayment
- Rules for stopping and repaying subsidies depend on whether payments have been made and the remaining balance.

5. Definitions and Additional Information
- Detailed definitions for training and advice services are provided.
- The guide is intended for use by Mark-Up and its clients.
- Contact CertUp for outdated or incorrect information.