Bavarian Co-financing Gigabit Directive 2.0 (KofGibitR 2.0)

The Bavarian Co-financing Gigabit Directive 2.0 primarily targets local authorities and public enterprises in Bavaria that are promoting the expansion of gigabit-capable telecommunication networks. The aim is to support the federal program for closing economic viability gaps and realizing operator models in rural and densely populated areas of Bavaria.

Projects for the expansion of gigabit-capable networks that have already received funding through the federal program for supporting gigabit expansion are eligible for funding. The co-financing refers to eligible expenses that have been recognized within the scope of federal funding and supports the closing of economic viability gaps as well as operator models.

The Bavarian co-financing is granted as a non-repayable subsidy. The amount of funding varies between 80 and 90 percent of the eligible expenses, depending on the project location, and supplements the federal grant. The directive is valid until June 30, 2026.

A key condition for co-financing is prior federal funding under the Federal Gigabit Directive 2.0, including a corresponding grant notice. General budgetary regulations of Bavaria must be observed, and the granting authority has extensive audit rights. Changes to federal funding directly affect co-financing.

The application for co-financing must be submitted to the State Office for Digitalization, Broadband and Surveying, together with the federal grant notice. Approval takes place after examination by the granting authority, and disbursement is governed by the General Ancillary Provisions. A proof of use must be submitted after completion of the federal audit.

The Bavarian Co-financing Gigabit Directive 2.0 is based on an announcement by the Bavarian State Ministry of Finance and for Home Affairs and supplements the nationwide Gigabit Directive 2.0. It is embedded in the context of Bavarian budgetary and administrative procedure laws.