Who is eligible for Business Start-Up Grant (East Ayrshire)?

Available in: Scotland. Applicant must be a registered business.

What is the deadline for Business Start-Up Grant (East Ayrshire)?

This is a rolling scheme with no fixed deadline.

Business Start-Up Grant (East Ayrshire)

East Ayrshire Council

Description

Grant reimbursing 50% of eligible start-up costs for East Ayrshire businesses trading 12 months or less, covering marketing, signage, training, trade show travel, accreditations, software, and product development.

Amount

£500–£1,000 (50% of eligible costs)

Deadline

Rolling / no fixed deadline

Eligibility summary

Available in: Scotland.
Applicant must be a registered business.

Notes: Excludes capital equipment and premises refurbishment. Businesses pay upfront and claim back the council's 50% contribution afterwards, on production of supplier invoices and proof of payment.
Requirement: Micro-businesses, small enterprises, and self-employed individuals based in East Ayrshire that have been trading for 12 months or less. Must speak to a Business Gateway adviser before applying, provide three cost quotations, and not start work before approval.

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How to apply

Contact a Business Gateway adviser first for an appraisal; the application then goes to East Ayrshire Council for sign-off before work starts.

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Last verified: 20 August 2026. See the footer disclaimer — this is general information, not financial or tax advice.