La Consejería de Economía, Industria, Comercio y Autónomos of the Gobierno de Canariasthrough ProexcaThe 2026 call for applications opened on January 27th. Canarias Aporta for SMEs on non-capital islands, allocating 400.000 euros to expansion projects in foreign markets and the Península.
Expansion strategy for non-capital islands
The Official Gazette of the Canary Islands (BOC[Organization Name] has published the guidelines for this initiative, which aims to balance global business opportunities across the archipelago. The budget will be distributed proportionally to [the following]. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) from each participating island: Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, La Palma, La Gomera y El Hierro.
Manuel Domínguez, vice president of Gobierno de Canarias And the Economy Minister stressed that the priority is that "All SMEs that want to internationalize their businesses, both in third countries and on the Peninsula, can receive technical or marketing advice to grow from the Canary Islands to the world.".
Financial conditions and grant limits
The program covers the 75% of eligible costs of each project, leaving the remaining 25% to be covered by the beneficiary entity. This co-financing structure ensures the commitment of companies to their plans. foreign trade y global positioning.
| Concept | Maximum Amount (€) | Minimum Amount (€) |
|---|---|---|
| Eligible Expenditure per Project | 6.000 € | 3.000 € |
| Input Canarias Aporta (75%) | 4.500 € | 2.250 € |
| Company Contribution (25%) | 1.500 € | 750 € |
Balance of results and evolution of the program
The success of the previous call in 2025 demonstrates the growing interest in the CapabilitiesDuring the past year, 134 projects benefited, representing a 42% increase compared to 2024. The final budget had to be increased to over 594.000 euros to meet the high demand.
The geographical distribution of the projects that benefited in the last cycle reflects the dynamism of the non-capital islands:
- Lanzarote: 60 projects (€262.716,63).
- Fuerteventura: 43 projects (€193.500).
- La Palma: 23 projects (€102.337,50).
- La Gomera: 5 projects (€22.500).
- El Hierro: 3 projects (€13.500).
Interested companies have a period of a month, starting from January 28, to process their applications and access these funds to support external competitiveness.
Key points and frequently asked questions about Canarias Aporta 2026
What types of companies can apply for this aid?
It is aimed exclusively at small and medium-sized enterprises (pymes) and self-employed individuals whose base of operations is in the islands of Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, La Palma, La Gomera o El Hierro.
What percentage of projects are financed?
The program Canarias Aporta It subsidizes 75% of the total budget of the internationalization project, while the SME must contribute the remaining 25%.
Which markets are considered destinations for internationalization?
Projects can be geared towards both international markets (third countries) and the domestic market. Penínsulafacilitating both the first entry abroad and the consolidation in markets where there is already a presence.
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