Independent Hong Kong business funding researchUpdated 17 July 2026
HKBusiness Funding
Government grant

BUD Fund guide

BUD supports projects that develop brands, upgrade operations or promote sales in Mainland China and other covered economies.

Research statusVerified 17 July 2026

Primary sources checked. Product pricing remains subject to lender assessment.

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Current overall limits

The cumulative ceiling is HK$7m across up to 70 approved projects. A general application can request up to HK$800,000 per project.

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Matching

General applications use a 1:3 government-to-enterprise ratio, so the government share is 25% of eligible cost.

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Simplified routes

From 15 June 2026, Easy BUD allows up to HK$150,000 per application with a 30-working-day target. E-commerce Easy can support up to HK$800,000 per project and HK$1m cumulatively within the overall cap.

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2026 consolidation

The former EMF was consolidated into BUD on 1 July 2026.

Decision note

Rates, limits and eligibility can change. Ask for a current written quote, repayment schedule and agreement. General information only.