De minimis Aid Open
The De minimis rule is not a classic funding measure but a European regulation for state aid to undertakings. It allows EU Member States to grant small amounts of aid of up to €300,000 per undertaking over three years, without the need for notification or approval by the EU Commission. The goal is to avoid distortion of competition, while enabling minor aid for almost all economic sectors.
Who is Funded
The De minimis Regulation targets companies from almost all economic sectors in EU Member States. It allows for the granting of small amounts of state aid that do not significantly distort trade between Member States. The regulation aims to enable state aid within a controlled framework without undermining EU competition law.
What is Funded
The De minimis rule covers various forms of state aid such as grants, guarantees, and interest-subsidised loans. It is broadly applicable to almost all economic sectors but excludes certain activities and forms of aid to clearly define its scope. The definition of “transparent aid” is central here.
Type and Scope of Funding
The De minimis Regulation sets a maximum amount for small amounts of state aid, which is accumulated per undertaking over a period of three years. The amount of aid is always expressed as a gross grant equivalent, regardless of the specific form of financial support.
Conditions and Requirements
The De minimis Regulation contains clear rules for the cumulation of aid and special provisions for company organizations to ensure correct application of aid limits. Monitoring and reporting obligations for Member States are also provided.
Application Process
The De minimis rule itself is not an application body for aid, but a regulatory framework. The specific application takes place at the respective granting body, such as a promotional bank or a municipality, which grants de minimis-compliant aid. The process is decentralized.
Legal Basis
The entire De minimis rule is based on a specific regulation of the European Commission. This regulation lays down the scope, definitions, and conditions for the granting and cumulation of de minimis aid. It is the central document that forms the legal legitimation for this form of state support.
Funding Overview
Maximum Amount:
€300,000
Deadline:
always open
Open Until:
31.12.2030
Award Channel:
Individual Aid
Region:
European Union (Belgium, Bulgaria, Czechia, Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Greece, Finland, France, Ireland, Italy, Croatia, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Austria, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Sweden, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Hungary, Cyprus)
Sectors:
Other
Beneficiaries:
Companies from almost all economic sectors
Funding Provider
Program Level: European Union
Funding Body: European Commission
Managed By: European Commission (Directorate-General for Competition - DG COMP)
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