And after 3, 6, and 12 months, they will be required to report on the results of how the funds were used—including the number of business contacts, negotiations, and contracts, as well as export volumes, entry into new markets, and so on. Failure to submit reports may serve as grounds for denying further funding.
New Rules
The new rules for providing and monitoring support to companies to help them expand into international markets under the BRIDGE Missions program are set forth in the relevant regulations. According to the document, mandatory reporting on the results of participation in the program is being introduced. This will make it possible to assess the program’s impact more accurately.
At the same time, the program’s terms remain unchanged. Funding will range from 500 to 1,500 euros per recipient, depending on the year of participation in the program.
As a reminder, funding under the Business Internationalization Program is available to companies and industry associations for participation in international exhibitions, trade fairs, forums, conferences, business missions, competitions, training programs, and familiarization visits. Expenses are reimbursed for up to three representatives per recipient, including registration fees, economy-class international transportation, and accommodations in hotels rated up to and including 4 stars.
However, the amount of support will decrease with each subsequent participation in the program. Up to 1,500 euros will be provided in the first year, up to 1,000 euros in the second year, and up to 500 euros starting in the third year.
Companies operating in priority economic sectors—IT, creative industries, light industry, the agri-food sector, winemaking, tourism, logistics, mechanical engineering, the “green” economy, healthcare, the cosmetics industry, and educational services.
No outstanding tax liabilities
A mandatory requirement is the absence of arrears to the state budget and compliance with de minimis state aid limits.
Applications for participation will be accepted only electronically via a specialized platform 14 calendar days before the start of the event. Funding will be provided to participants who score at least 70 points based on the evaluation results.
The Investment Agency will publish reports on the program’s implementation on its website.
In 2025, the program helped 222 companies gain access to international missions and specialized events. The budget allocates at least 1 million lei annually for its implementation in 2026–2028.
