Funding for automation: up to 70% co-financing via EU programmes
EU digitalisation programmes co-finance up to 70% of the investment for eligible companies. That changes the maths: a project you would otherwise postpone costs 30% of your own money at 70% co-financing. One important caveat — these programmes have windows that open and close, and this page explains the mechanism, not a specific open call.
What the programme covers
The "Digitalisation of Enterprises" procedure (BG16RFPR001-1.012) under the "Competitiveness and Innovation in Enterprises" programme co-finances digital investment by small and medium enterprises:
- Co-financing rate: 70%.
- Aid amount: from BGN 5,000 to BGN 50,000.
- Fully electronic application and assessment through the ИСУН system.
A note on status: this particular call had a deadline of 26 September 2025 and has now closed. Digitalisation programmes do, however, recur in new calls. So we describe the mechanism here — for the current status, check with a grant consultant or the Ministry of Innovation and Growth.
How it changes the price
At 70% co-financing the sum looks different:
| Investment | Your share (30%) | Co-financing (70%) |
|---|---|---|
| Connected process — €6,000 | ~€1,800 | ~€4,200 |
| Larger digitalisation — BGN 30,000 | BGN 9,000 | BGN 21,000 |
Because the minimum aid is BGN 5,000, the programme suits a larger scope — a connected process, or several systems at once — better than a single small automation.
Why you need a grant consultant
We are not grant consultants and won't pretend to be. The paperwork is heavy and the windows are slow. The right division of labour is simple: the consultant runs the application, and we deliver the build — on time, with documentation that survives an audit. If you don't have a consultant, we can point you to one.
What to do now
Even without an open call, preparation pays: get your Process Review (€500) done so you have a measured plan and a fixed quote. When a call opens, you apply with a ready, costed project — instead of inventing it under pressure in the final week.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the "Digitalisation of Enterprises" programme co-finance?
Up to 70% of the eligible investment, with aid between BGN 5,000 and BGN 50,000. The BG16RFPR001-1.012 procedure sits under the "Competitiveness and Innovation in Enterprises" programme. Calls open and close — check the current status with a grant consultant.
Can I fund a single automation through the programme?
Because the minimum aid is BGN 5,000, the programme suits a larger scope — a connected process or several systems — better than a single small automation of around €2,500.
Does Rabotivo prepare the grant application?
No. A grant consultant runs the application; we deliver the build on time and with documentation that survives an audit. We can point you to a consultant if you need one.