To help drive sustainable economic growth, and assist in the creation of new jobs and opportunities, we provide various forms of support and assistance to the Falkland’s business community. In the 2020/2021 financial year we have provided over £800,000 in Business Loans to over 10 individuals and businesses. In that same time we have also issued just over £47,000 in Business, Development and Infrastructure Grants to 24 recipients. We will continue this support for local businesses at all stages of growth, from start-ups to larger and more-established companies.

For more information on the grants currently offered, please see the Grants section of the website.

It doesn’t matter what stage your business is at we are here to help you. Whether you are developing a new service or product, expanding your markets or increasing capacity, FIDC’s Development Officers can help.

FIDC Loans Policy

The Corporation is empowered to give financial assistance to individuals, commercial enterprises or other organisations that, in line with its objectives, will contribute either directly or indirectly to the economic development of the Falkland Islands.

In its business plan FIDC has identified the objective “To provide business support and mentoring across traditional, emerging and new industries of the economy by providing assistance and incentives, such as grants, loans, business advice and projects.”

A fundamental principle is that FIDC is committed to responsible lending and will only lend amounts which will not burden borrowers with an unacceptable level of debt or repayments.

FIDC also needs to ensure that the risk to which its funds are exposed is minimised and that it does not financially support any ventures when it is not appropriate to do so. All business cases in respect of applications for loans need to demonstrate commercial viability into the medium-term, whilst contributing to the objectives of FIDC on a sustained basis.

As part of the process consideration will be given to the extent to which any proposal will have an adverse effect on an existing enterprise.

Wherever possible FIDC will seek to work with Standard Chartered Bank and FIG to ensure the best use is made of public funds.

FIDC reserves the right to review all interest rates, threshold limits and charges in response to global economic factors.

Business Loan Application & Guidance

If you’re looking for a loan to start or help grow your business please contact one of our Development Officers. They will guide you through the process and discuss with repayment options that are tailored to meet your needs.

You can download the Business Loan Application form at the link below:

Business Loan Application Form 2021

For a better understanding of the FIDC business loan process please download the following guide;

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