Frequent questions - Certifications and Consultants (SIMEST)
What is the "Certifications and Consulting" Certifications of SIMEST?
It is a measure that finances consultations and certifications to internationalize Italian companies, with subsidized financing and a non -repayable contribution. New conditions for Central Focus America projects, southern and Africa. www.management-advisor.eu supports analysis, sending and reporting.
Who can participate in the announcement?
Italian companies of any form and size can participate, provided they are not in crisis and with at least two complete budgets deposited. Primary agricultural activities, slaughterhouses, banks and insurance companies are excluded. www.management-advisor.eu verifies the compliance of the requirements.
What expenses are financed?
They are admissible: internationalization consultancy (incl. Export/training), digital/technological innovation, sustainability, product certifications/intellectual property, furniture, accessory expenses of up to 20% and organizational up to 5%. www.management-advisor.eu helps to draw up the complete budget.
What is the minimum and maximum amount of the loan?
Minimum investment of € 10,000; Maximum € 500,000 or 20% of the average revenues of the last two budgets - less than these. www.management-advisor.eu calculates the economic strategy.
What are the economic conditions?
Subsidized rate at 0.464% fixed; duration 4 years (including 2 years of pre -amortization). Lost co -financing of 10% up to € 100,000 for southern companies or with ESG/export/Balkan requirements*. www.management-advisor.eu performs personalized simulations.
What changes with Focus America and Africa?
From 25 March 2025 it is possible to include training, travel, stays and local personal hires for projects in Central, Southern America and Africa. Co -financing up to 20% for southern companies in target markets. www.management-advisor.eu integrates these news in the project.
What is the maximum duration of the projects?
Projects must be concluded within 12 months from the date of signing the contract with SIMEST. www.management-advisor.eu planning the time schedule and Milestone.
How do you apply?
The questions are loaded on the SIMEST portal. We need Cup, company documentation, technical expertise and project card. www.management-advisor.eu supports complete preparation and electronic sending.
What documents do they need?
Chamber of Commerce, Budgets, Business Plan, Consulting Agreement, Experting Agreement, Environmental Conformity Declarations and Symbrick Symbrch modules. www.management-advisor.eu Care collection and validation.
Are there any ESG or Export requirements?
The De Minimis Fund can increase 20% for companies with ESG certifications, exports over 20%, youth/female or seat in the South; or operating in the Balkans. www.management-advisor.eu verifies the possible bonuses.
Is post-approval support foreseen?
Yes, it includes assistance for the implementation of the project, monitoring, reporting and any SIMEST controls. www.management-advisor.eu follows the whole path until the final closure.
