LEO Trading Online Vouchers (TOV)
What is the Online Trading Voucher?
If you want to sell your products online, take bookings, or reach more customers, setting up a proper website can be expensive. Luckily, the Irish government has a fantastic grant to help small businesses build their online platforms without spending a fortune. Run by your Local Enterprise Office (LEO), the trading online voucher scheme gives you up to €2,500 to help your business sell online.
Who is eligible For An Online Trading Voucher?
The online trading voucher is targeted at businesses that have a limited online trading presence. They must have less than 10 employees and turnover less than €2million. Applicants must be registered in the County they apply for and trading for a minimum of 12 months.
Applicants for the Trading Online Voucher must attend the TOV Online Information Seminars, hosted at LEO offices which will be taking place across the country throughout 2022, served online via Zoom.
Note: ineligible projects include those with charitable status, commercial semi-state companies, ‘’not for profit’’ organisations, trade associations and company representation bodies such as Chambers of Commerce.
Companies can apply for seminars from their webpage on the links below.
The Online Trading Voucher can be used for:
- IT consultation;
- Development or upgrade of an e-commerce website;
- Implementing Online payments or booking systems;
- Purchase of Internet-related software;
- Developing an app (or multiplatform webpages);
- Development of a digital marketing strategy;
- Implementing a digital marketing strategy;
- Training/skills development specifically to establish and manage online trading activity.
- Subscriptions (excluding transaction costs) to low cost online retail platform solutions, which would allow applicants to quickly establish a retailing presence online.
- Purchase of Online Advertising (this purchase cannot make up any more than 30% of all other approved Voucher costs and can only be drawn down in one payment phase);
- Purchase of Professional Photography (this expenditure cannot make up any more than 80%of all other approved voucher costs and can only be drawn down in one payment phase)
The Online Trading Voucher cannot be used for:
- Development of brochure websites
- Purchase of non-internet related software
- Anything other than online trading related activity
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Frequently Asked Questions:-
What is the Trading Online Voucher (TOV) in Ireland?
The Trading Online Voucher is a Local Enterprise Office grant that helps eligible small businesses improve their online trading capabilities. Funding can support approved digital projects such as eCommerce, digital marketing, and online payment systems.
Who is eligible for the Trading Online Voucher?
Businesses with fewer than 10 employees, annual turnover below the required threshold, and a limited online trading presence may qualify. Applicants must also meet Local Enterprise Office eligibility rules and attend the required information seminar.
What can the Trading Online Voucher be used for?
The voucher can fund eligible digital projects, including eCommerce website development, online booking or payment systems, digital marketing strategies, business apps, approved software, and online trading training, subject to LEO guidelines.
Can the Trading Online Voucher be used for digital marketing?
Yes. The voucher can contribute towards eligible digital marketing activities, including strategy development and online advertising within funding limits. All spending must comply with the current Local Enterprise Office grant conditions.
How do I apply for a Trading Online Voucher in Ireland?
Applications are made through your local Local Enterprise Office. Eligible businesses must register, attend an online information seminar, submit the required documentation, and receive approval before starting the funded digital project.