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Understand the most common ways to secure funding and see what funding support is available to your business.
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Check ways to get funding

There are many ways you can finance or fund your export business. The way that’s right for you depends on the size and stage of your business.

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Generally, you can borrow money (bank loans, finance platforms) or get someone to invest in your business (equity partnerships). Each method has its pros and cons and there is no universally correct option.

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Find export funding opportunities

Putting the right finance and insurance in place can make a difference to all exporters, helping you win contracts, fulfil orders and get paid.

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UK Export Finance can help you win contracts by providing attractive financing terms to your buyers. They can also support working capital loans so you can take on and fulfil orders with confidence, and make sure you get paid by offering insurance against buyer default.

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