Grants and Regional Funding

We recognize the enourmous value your investment brings to business in Oulu. In recognition of this, foreign-owned companies are eligible for government incentives on an equal footing with Finnish-owned companies.

Two of the most important source of funding are TEKES (the Finnish Funding Agency for Technology and Innovation) and T&E Centre (the Employment and Economical Development Centre). Due to Oulu's location, the companies operating in Oulu gain additional financial incentives. Invest in Oulu helps you to find suitable sources and forms of funding as well as assists you with all the practicalities included.