More Funding and Less Bureaucracy with the Research Allowance
As an entrepreneur, you know: innovation comes at a cost. Research, development, prototypes, and testing require significant resources. This is exactly where the government supports you with research allowances.
The new coalition agreement is set to bring noticeable advantages for the research allowance starting in 2025: higher funding rates, an expanded assessment base beyond the previous €10 million limit, and a simplified application process. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in particular will benefit from increased grants for personnel, development, and prototypes, as well as fewer bureaucratic hurdles.
The research allowance especially benefits companies that have not been able to take advantage of traditional funding programs. Now is the perfect time to optimize your innovation projects from a tax perspective!
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What does the research allowance currently offer?
You invest in new ideas — the government reimburses you up to 35% of your R&D costs.
Up to 35%
Reimbursement rate for SMEs on eligible R&D expenses
€3.5M
Maximum annual funding for small and medium enterprises
100%
Personnel and wage costs fully eligible for R&D allowance
What is currently funded?
100% of personnel and ancillary wage costs for R&D
70% of subcontracted R&D services (within the EU & EEA)
Project-specific assets (movable & depreciable)
How much is currently funded?
25% of eligible costs for large companies (non-SMEs)
35% of eligible costs for SMEs
25% of eligible costs for contract research
Up to €3.5 million per fiscal year for SMEs
Up to €2.5 million annually for larger companies
About Forschungszulage Consulting Gruppe
Forschungszulage Consulting Gruppe is a family-run R&D tax consultancy based in the UK, dedicated to helping innovative businesses access the support they deserve.
Since our founding, we've helped over 2,000 clients across Europe reclaim more than €80 million in R&D tax relief.
By combining deep expertise with smart technology, we make the claiming process simple, accurate, and stress-free.
Average claim size for SMEs
€57,330
You can make an R&D claim regardless of your industry sector
Motorsport Engineering
Average claim value
£49,004
IT / Software Development
Average claim value
£62,450
Mechanical Engineering
Average claim value
£54,780
How we support you
We guide you from the initial idea to the final payout — expert support at every stage of your funding journey
Eligibility Evaluation
Comprehensive assessment of your projects to determine funding eligibility and potential benefits.
Application Preparation
Expert assistance in preparing all necessary documentation for a successful application.
Funding Optimization
Strategic advice to maximize your funding rate and ensure you receive the full benefits available.
Authority Communication
Professional liaison with BSFZ and tax authorities throughout the entire process.
Complete End-to-End Support
From initial consultation to final payout, our team of experts ensures a smooth, efficient process so you can focus on what matters most — your innovation.
Success stories
What Our Clients Say
Join thousands of satisfied clients who have successfully secured R&D funding with our expert support
I am really impressed with the efficiency of your work, and the results you got for our company. A very friendly, committed and obviously hardworking team. You made the whole process very easy.
John Doe
CEO, Tech Innovations Ltd
Manufacturing
The expertise and support from Forschungszulage Consulting Gruppe made accessing our R&D funding seamless. Their thorough understanding of the process and excellent communication throughout made all the difference.
Sarah Mitchell
Director, Green Energy Solutions
Renewable Energy
Outstanding service from start to finish. Forschungszulage Consulting Gruppe maximized our claim and handled all the complex paperwork. We've now secured funding for three consecutive years.
Michael Chen
Founder, Digital Systems Inc
Software Development
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