
R&D grants

Public R&D grants in Belgium aim to support companies in taking risks for the development of new solutions or the acquisition of new technical and scientific knowledge.
R&D grants in Belgium are available in all three regions (Wallonia, Brussels, and Flanders) for fundamental, applied, or experimental development research projects. Each region has its own organizations and programs: DG06 in Wallonia, Innoviris in Brussels, and VLAIO in Flanders.
ABV Development supports you at every stage: potential identification, eligibility verification, maximization of the eligible budget, application drafting, defense before competent authorities, and technical and financial reporting.
40up to 55% maximum intervention rate for an experimental development project
10+up to 15% additional funding applicable in case of partnership
3regions: Wallonia, Brussels, and Flanders, each with its dedicated programs
3types: fundamental, applied, and experimental development research

What types of projects are eligible for R&D funding?
• Fundamental research : work aimed at expanding scientific knowledge, primarily in collaboration with academic institutions
• Applied research : projects aimed at solving practical problems with direct applications in industry or services;
• Experimental development : transforming applied research findings into prototypes, new products, services, or processes

What types of costs are eligible for R&D funding?
How ABV Development helps you secure your R&D grants

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Identifying potential and verifying eligibility criteria
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Maximizing eligible budget
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Drafting the project proposal
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Presenting the application to the competent authorities
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