NATIONAL INCENTIVE

Smart & Start Italia

Zero-interest subsidized loan for innovative startups developing products, services, or solutions in the digital economy, AI, Industry 4.0, and green transition.

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Incentive details

Who can apply

Innovative startups registered in the special section of the Business Register, incorporated no more than 60 months ago, with headquarters in Italy.

Amount

Subsidized loan up to 1,500,000 EUR at zero interest (80% of eligible expenses, 90% for Southern Italy startups or women-led/youth-led startups)

How to apply

Online application via the Invitalia platform. A detailed business plan and technical-financial documentation are required. Evaluation within 60 days.

Deadline

Always open - first-come, first-served procedure

How we help

Free analysis

We evaluate your AI project and identify all applicable incentives, with no commitment.

Application preparation

We support you in drafting the project, business plan, and required technical documentation.

AI implementation

We build the funded AI project: from technical architecture to integration into your business processes.

Reporting

We guide you through the reporting and certification phase, ensuring proper disbursement of the grant.

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