Digitalisation Grant in Brussels

The digitalisation grant is a financial support scheme set up by the Brussels-Capital Region to help businesses with their digital transformation. It partially covers the cost of an external consultancy mission within the framework of a clearly defined digital project.

It applies to projects such as website redesign, integration of e-commerce tools, security upgrades, or optimisation of internal processes. The grant helps structure a sustainable project while reducing the initial investment required.

The digitalisation grant targets projects with real, structural impact. This may include a technical website redesign, a more efficient showcase site, an e-commerce platform, or the integration of management systems.

It can also support projects involving IT security, digitalisation of physical processes, or modernisation of the online customer experience. The project must include a one-time consultancy mission to be eligible.

The grant is intended for businesses operating in the Brussels-Capital Region, regardless of their legal form (self-employed, non-profits, SMEs…), provided they have a place of business in one of the 19 municipalities of the region.

Our team helps verify whether your business activity category is eligible based on your NACE code, your company size, and years in operation. We also review any previous grants received to ensure you remain within the legal limits.

Your company must be fiscally and socially compliant, and must not have exceeded the total limit of €300,000 in “de minimis” aid over the past three years. The project must be launched only after the application has been submitted, never before.

Our experts help you validate each required condition: legal structure, eligible sector, company size, and compliance with technical obligations. This preparation ensures a strong and admissible application.

The base intervention rate is 25% of the VAT-excluded cost of the consultancy mission. Increases may apply depending on the company’s profile (e.g. startup status, environmental impact, social commitment), up to a maximum of 70%.

In total, a business can receive up to €10,000 per calendar year, with a minimum of €500 per mission. You may submit up to two separate applications per year, provided the conditions are met.

No. The grant applies only to a single external intervention, carried out by a recognised and independent consultant who is not affiliated with your company. The consultant must be able to prove at least two years of experience in the relevant field.

At Qreative, our services fully comply with the program's requirements: independence, structured deliverables, proven experience, and clear invoicing. This ensures your mission is accepted without risk.

The grant covers only expenses related to an independent consultancy mission. This includes technical, strategic, or creative services that can be justified through VAT-excluded quotes, deliverables, and proof of execution.

It does not cover equipment purchases or internal investments. Our role is to identify eligible expenses and clearly define the scope of the mission to meet the financial criteria set by the Region.

Working with a recognised agency that understands the program’s requirements increases your chances of approval. Our methods, deliverables, and formats are aligned with the expected standards.

We’ve successfully supported many local organisations. Partnering with us means benefiting from an experienced team in managing grant-funded projects.

Yes, a growing or newly acquired business can submit up to two separate applications per calendar year, as long as each mission is distinct, clearly defined, and within the authorised budget and duration limits.

We help you plan your actions according to your internal timeline, so you can make the most of the grant while respecting the logical steps of your digital development.

No, but the consultant must be independent from your organisation and meet the required standards of professionalism. What matters most is their ability to deliver targeted, justifiable work aligned with the declared mission.

Our team is based in Brussels and fully understands the local context. This makes communication, project follow-up, and alignment with the Brussels economy smoother and more effective.

Once your application is approved, you receive an official notification. The project can then begin and must follow the defined framework (timeline, deliverables, budget). Every component must be properly documented.

Our experts help you track the required indicators, compile the final documents, and communicate effectively about your project to your clients and partners.

Yes, some projects are not eligible, even if they involve digital tools. It’s crucial to submit your application before the mission starts, respect the six-month deadlines, and avoid incurring expenses without prior approval.

Increases in funding may apply if the company is recently established, exemplary in environmental or social responsibility, or operates in a Brussels city centre.

Before your file is processed, the Region expects a structured action plan, clearly identifiable deliverables, a detailed VAT-excluded invoice, and in some cases, a project report. Each deliverable must reflect the project described in your original application.

We work with you to prepare every document according to the required formats, ensuring everything is clear, complete, and fully compliant with the Region’s expectations.

The digitalisation grant is designed to encourage Brussels-based entrepreneurs to begin a structured digital transition, while boosting the local economy. It supports employment, the creation of digital services, and the use of experienced consultants from the Region.

This program also helps foster innovation, particularly in areas linked to new technologies, the digital revolution, and artificial intelligence. It’s a genuine opportunity to modernise your digital tools while staying rooted in a sustainable, regional growth dynamic.

The application must be submitted before the service begins. Once approved, the project must be completed within a maximum of 6 months from the date of acceptance.

Our team guides you through the optimal timeline to ensure nothing is missed. From preparing the application to technical implementation, we handle the deadlines to help you avoid any administrative rejections.

We support you at every key stage of the project: eligibility analysis, structuring the mission, preparing the administrative file, technical implementation, deliverables follow-up, and reporting.

Our goal is to turn the digitalisation grant into a real growth driver while making the entire process easier for you. You stay focused on your core business; we take care of the rest.

In some cases, yes, but under specific conditions. You cannot combine two regional grants for the same mission, and you must comply with the public aid ceilings over a rolling 3-year period.

Our team can assess your financial and administrative situation to determine the available options without risking rejection due to unauthorised overlap.

It’s recommended to include a visible mention on your website or materials (e.g. “Project supported by the Brussels-Capital Region”). This serves both as a sign of credibility and a gesture of appreciated transparency.

We help you highlight this support in a simple and professional way on your web pages or in your communications. It’s also a great opportunity to reassure your clients and strengthen your image as a committed business.