Helping you grow your Business through access to finance

Loans from £10K to £100K for Small Businesses in Northern Ireland*

Select a business loan type

For start up businesses trading less than 2 years

For existing businesses trading more than 2 years

Loan Amount

£7,500

Loan Term

3 Years

Monthly Repayments

£259

Total Amount Repayable

£9,300

Representative APR

15.6%

Example: A customer borrows £50,000 over five years at 6.7% per annum (flat fixed rate) and pays the loan back in 60 regular monthly payments. Capital borrowed: £50,000. Total interest to be paid: £16,750. Monthly repayments: 60 x £1,112.50. Total amount repayable: £66,750. Effective APR: 12.01%.

* Credit is subject to status, affordability assessments and credit checks. Terms and conditions apply.

The Fund is part of Invest NI’s Access to Finance Strategy and delivered in partnership with Ulster Community Finance Ltd and Enterprise Northern Ireland Ltd (ENI).

What can I apply for Funding For?

Business Start Up Cost

Expansion or Growth Finance

Working Capital

New Product or Market Development

Match Funding

New Asset Purchases

How the Fund Works

1
Submit an Enquiry
Express your interest and loan requirements
2
Speak to your Loan Executive
We will be in touch to discuss your loan in more detail
3
Complete an Application
Express your interest and loan requirements
4
Site Visit and Assessment
We will assess your loan application
5
Get your Money
Your business loan will be paid*

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