2026 Scale-up Finance Issuance Plan Announcement
Opportunity for medium-sized enterprises with credit rating B+ or higher and those in innovation growth/super-gap sectors to access KRW 200 billion scale-up finance via corporate bond issuance
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The Korea SMEs and Startups Agency (KOSME) announces the 2026 Scale-up Finance Issuance Plan, targeting medium-sized enterprises subject to external audits with a total issuance of approximately KRW 200 billion in general bonds (SB). The maturity is 5 years with equal principal repayment conditions.
3-second summary
- Target: Medium-sized enterprises (Credit Rating B+ or higher) and externally audited companies
- Issuance Size: Approx. KRW 200 billion (KRW denominated)
- Instrument Type: General Bonds (SB)
- Maturity & Repayment: 5-year maturity, bullet interest, equal principal amortization
- Priority Support: Innovation Growth/Super-gap/New Industry sectors, Jump-Up Program selected companies
Eligibility checklist
- Medium-sized enterprises under the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises with a credit rating of B+ or higher
- Enterprises subject to external audit under the External Audit Act for Stock Companies, etc.
Recommended for
- Recommended for CEOs of medium-sized enterprises with a credit rating of B+ or higher operating in innovation growth or super-gap/new industry sectors.
- Suitable for CEOs of medium-sized enterprises that are selected for the Jump-Up program or subject to external audits.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility requirements: Medium-sized enterprises under the Framework Act on Small and Medium Enterprises with a credit rating of B+ or higher; Enterprises subject to external audit under the External Audit Act for Stock Companies, etc..
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.
Which organization runs this program?
This program is administered by Korea SMEs and Startups Agency (KOSME).
Last updated · Source: Korea SMEs and Startups Agency (KOSME) — official 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.