RVO support for startups and scale-ups

Last checked on:
24 April 2025
Published on:
17 March 2025

Startups and scale-ups are key drivers of innovation and economic growth in the Netherlands, and the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) recognises this. We are dedicated to helping you turn your ideas into reality and elevate your innovations.

Are you a startup or scale-up based in the Netherlands looking to grow nationally or go international? We offer the tools to help you move forward: from funding and subsidies to valuable networks and market insights.

Are you an international startup looking to launch or expand your business in the Netherlands? Then Netherlands Point of Entry is your go-to starting point for tailored support and guidance.

Funding for startups

vrond-subsidies

RVO offers financial support for all your plans.

See which subsidies and financial support are available

Trade missions for startups

Join one of our trade missions, showcase your product, meet with foreign investors, business partners and customers.

Read more about our trade missions

Doing business abroad for startups and scale-ups

internationaal succesvolle vrouwen

Are you ready for international growth? We can support you being successful.

Read more about doing business abroad

Protect your ideas

The Netherlands Patent Office advices on how to protect your inventions.

Read more about protecting your ideas

Networking

We have an extensive network of organisations, experts and partners in the Netherlands to help startups.

Read more about valuable networks

Recruiting talent from abroad

Do  you want to expand your startup and recruit talent from abroad? Check under which conditions this is possible.

Read more about recruiting talent from abroad

Case study

These startups preceded you. Read the story of high-tech company MantiSpectra:

"RVO has been helpful since the company's early beginnings."

Commissioned by:
  • Ministry of Foreign Affairs
  • Ministry of Economic Affairs
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