Business permit
The company holds a business permit from the Ministry of the Economy.
State funding for AI
SME Package AI: 70% for your AI project
The Luxembourg government helps SMEs bring AI into their work. We explain how it works and build your project.
70%of eligible costs
€3,000Minimum (excl. VAT)
€25,000Maximum (excl. VAT)
€17,500maximum funding
What is the SME Package AI?
The SME Package AI is a scheme of the Ministry of the Economy for small and medium-sized businesses. It helps bring AI into a company’s processes: first an assessment of where the business stands today, then an AI solution that fits its needs.
The state covers 70% of eligible costs for projects between €3,000 and €25,000 excl. VAT. The SME Package AI is a separate scheme alongside the SME Package Digital.
Who is eligible?
SME
The company meets the SME criteria (staff, turnover and balance sheet).
Based in Luxembourg
The registered office is in Luxembourg.
How it works
Pre-analysis
An appointment with the House of Entrepreneurship (Chamber of Commerce) or eHandwierk (Chamber of Skilled Trades and Crafts) to identify the key AI actions.
Package and quote
With the adviser you choose the package and the provider. The quote is between €3,000 and €25,000 excl. VAT.
Application
The adviser files the application; the Ministry of the Economy decides.
Implementation
The provider, for example Nave, implements the AI solution.
Assessment
A meeting reviews how satisfied you are and what you save.
Payment
You pay the final invoice, then the state pays you your 70%.
Nave
What we do for you
- We help you find the right AI project for your business
- You get a clear quote for the application
- We build the solution: assistant, automation or document processing
- We stay with you after implementation
Frequently asked questions
How much do I get back?
70% of eligible costs. For a project of €25,000 excl. VAT, that would be €17,500.
Can I use both the SME Package AI and the SME Package Digital?
They are two separate schemes. All aid together counts towards the EU de minimis rule, though. It is best to clarify this during the pre-analysis.
When do I get the money?
After the project is finished: you pay the provider’s invoice and the state reimburses your 70%.
Where do I start?
With a pre-analysis appointment at the House of Entrepreneurship or eHandwierk. If you like, we talk through your idea with you beforehand.