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Grant Guide
EDGE - Internationalisation - Overseas Business Development Staff Deployment
EDGE OBD Staff Deployment
Support for overseas deployment of a permanent BD employee to drive in-market business development and marketing for up to 12 months.
Quick Facts
Key information about this grant, including agency, support level, funding cap, supported costs and application window.
AGENCY
Enterprise Singapore
SUPPORTED COSTS
Basic salary and overseas office rental, both capped at 12 months
SUPPORT LEVEL
Up to 70% for SMEs; up to 50% for non-SMEs
APPLICATION WINDOW
Open - No announced deadline
FUNDING CAP
Up to S$100,000 total EDGE grant support per company per year
LAST REVIEWED
October 7, 2026
What This Grant Supports
Basic salary and overseas office rental, both capped at 12 months
Who This Grant May Suit
Companies deploying a full-time permanent BD employee to an overseas target market for 6–12 months
Typical Project Examples
Deploy an in-market BD employee to develop leads, partnerships and marketing activities; rent an overseas office for the deployment.
Key Eligibility Notes
Registered and operating in Singapore; at least 30% Singaporean/PR ultimate individual ownership; apply before starting work or making payment/deposit. Eligibility must be maintained through claim submission. BD employee must be full-time and cannot hold shareholding or directorship positions in applicant/related companies.
Grant eligibility depends on the latest programme requirements, company profile, project scope, timing and supporting evidence. RIC assesses grant fit based on the specific project context.
FAQs
What is the annual EDGE cap?
Up to S$100,000 total grant support per company per year across eligible EDGE activities. The cap refreshes on 1 April.
When can costs be incurred?
Costs incurred from the application date may be supported if the application is approved. Do not start work or make payment/deposit before submitting the application.
How is the grant paid?
On a reimbursement basis after completion and full payment of supported costs, subject to claim approval.
