Rural Business Development Grant Scheme (RBDGS) — Northern Ireland
DAERA / TRPSI Programme
Worth
£500 to £7,500
Deadline
Closed 30 July 2026
Type of funding
Grant
Where
Northern Ireland
What it is
Small capital grants of £500–£7,500 for micro enterprises in rural areas of Northern Ireland.
Checked 31 Oct 2026 on the DAERA website: the 2026/27 round closed at midday on 30 July 2026, and no 2027/28 round has been announced.
Official sourceWho can apply
A summary of the main rules, not the full list. DAERA / TRPSI Programme decides who is eligible, so read their guidance before you apply. The free scan checks these against your own business.
- Business based in Northern Ireland
- A micro enterprise (under 10 employees)
- Investing in capital equipment or premises
You cannot apply if
- Capital items not already purchased
Common questions
- Is Rural Business Development Grant Scheme (RBDGS) — Northern Ireland open for applications?
- No. It closed on 30 July 2026.
- How much is Rural Business Development Grant Scheme (RBDGS) — Northern Ireland worth?
- £500 to £7,500. It is a grant, and the funder decides what each applicant receives.
- Who runs Rural Business Development Grant Scheme (RBDGS) — Northern Ireland, and where is it available?
- DAERA / TRPSI Programme runs it. It is available in Northern Ireland.
What is your business owed?
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