Research Your Export Markets

7. How Can I Reduce My Costs?

7.1 Businesses with fewer than 500 staff may be eligible for a grant of up to 50 per cent of an approved export market research project carried out by an in-house researcher or outside agency.

• Find out more from the export marketing research team at the British Chambers of Commerce on 020 7654 5800 or by emailing This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

7.2 Some local councils also provide grants for export research.

• Find your local council by visiting www.direct.gov.uk.

7.3 You may also be able to commission research through your local Business Link (0845 600 9 006).

• Reports cost between £200 and £1,500. They can include basic market information, identification and assessment of potential agents/distributors, customised local contact list, advice on your market approach, information about potential local business contacts and general information on local investment opportunities.
• If you need to visit your chosen market, you may be eligible for a grant of up to 50 per cent of the travel costs.