Micro Invest Update: Minimum Eligible Invoice Value Increased to €500

Businesses planning to apply for Malta Enterprise’s Micro Invest Scheme should take note of an important update to the eligibility criteria for expenditure.

The minimum eligible invoice value has increased from €200 to €500 (excluding VAT). To qualify for reimbursement, each individual invoice must now be at least €500 excluding VAT and supported by valid fiscal documentation.

What this means for your business

When planning investments under the scheme, purchases invoiced below the new €500 threshold will generally not qualify as eligible expenditure. This makes it even more important to plan purchases carefully and ensure that supporting documentation meets the scheme’s requirements.

The update may affect expenditure across a range of eligible investment categories, including:

• Equipment and machinery
• Digital tools and software
• Refurbishment works
• Other qualifying business investments

Planning your application

If you are considering applying for the Micro Invest Scheme, reviewing your planned expenditure against the updated criteria can help avoid ineligible claims and maximise the value of your application.

For a broader overview of the scheme, including eligibility, qualifying costs and how the application process works, you can also refer to our previous blog post: https://businessdoctors.com.mt/micro-invest-2026-2030-a-reminder-to-maximise-your-business-benefits/

Our team can assist with eligibility checks, investment planning and the preparation of the full Micro Invest application process.