2026 K-Consumer Goods SME Startup Support Program for Kazakhstan Market Entry
If you are an SME handling promising K-consumer goods (food, beauty, fashion, etc.) with the will to enter Kazakhstan, you can verify your marketability through residency at the local hub (GBC).
- Eligible
- SMEs producing/distributing promising K-consumer goods (food, beauty, fashion, lifestyle)
- Deadline
- 마감일 원문 확인
This program selects SMEs producing or distributing promising K-consumer goods aiming to enter the Kazakhstani market through document evaluation and a selection committee. Selected companies receive support for local entry and Global Business Center (GBC) residency opportunities based on high scores.
3-second summary
- Target: SMEs producing/distributing promising K-consumer goods under the Framework Act on SMEs
- Organizer: Korea Small and Medium Business Corporation (mention of TIPA present)
- Evaluation Process: First round document evaluation followed by second round selection committee
- Selection Criteria: Selection based on highest scores (additional 20% selected as reserve candidates)
Eligibility checklist
- SMEs as defined by Article 2 of the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises and Article 3 of its Enforcement Decree
- Companies producing or distributing promising K-consumer goods (food, beauty, fashion, lifestyle products)
- Not currently suspended or closed businesses
- No outstanding tax debts
- No registered information regarding delinquency, subrogation/payment, insolvency, financial disorder, rehabilitation/bankruptcy per Korea Credit Information Services standards
- Not restricted from participating in government/public institution support programs due to violations of the Subsidy Management Act
- Not subject to disclosure of unfair trade practices under the National Contract Act or Local Contract Act
- Not registered or notified as an unfair contractor for overseas projects by the Korea Small and Medium Business Corporation (KOSME)
- No issues related to violations of the Serious Accidents Punishment Act, habitual wage arrears, or employee-related misconduct
Schedule & how to apply
- Application Method: Subject to change depending on business operation status (specific submission date not mentioned in text)
- Evaluation Process: First round document evaluation → Second round selection committee
Recommended for
- Recommended for SME CEOs considering entering the Kazakhstani market who handle K-consumer goods such as food, beauty, fashion, and lifestyle products.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply?
This program is for SMEs producing/distributing promising K-consumer goods (food, beauty, fashion, lifestyle). Details: SMEs as defined by Article 2 of the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises and Article 3 of its Enforcement Decree; Companies producing or distributing promising K-consumer goods (food, beauty, fashion, lifestyle products); Not currently suspended or closed businesses; No outstanding tax debts.
How do I apply?
Applications follow the official program notice, which is in Korean. See the source link for the method and receiving office; Beaconoi can prepare an English draft for your review.
Last updated · Source: official program notice
※ Program information is compiled from each institution’s public sources; actual eligibility, amounts and deadlines may change. Always verify against the official notice (in Korean) before applying.