Investments in Diversification, Trade and Associated Services | GAL MEG D.1.1.1.3

The call for applications is now open to support investments that promote the creation, diversification or strengthening of non-agricultural activities in rural areas, within the intervention territory of GAL MEG Interior Alentejano.

Application period: from July 21, 2026 to October 2, 2026, until 5:00 PM
Beneficiaries: Individuals or legal entities, provided they are SMEs
Type of funding: Non-repayable grant
Eligible investment: over €10,000 and up to €300,000
Support rate: 50%
Maximum implementation period: 24 months
Total budget: €185,600

Objective

Support investments that contribute to the creation and development of non-agricultural activities, promoting employment, tourism, local trade and local services, as well as strengthening economic and social cohesion.

Eligible projects

Projects may include:

• Project investment amount;
• Creation of a new company or a new activity within an existing company;
• Activities covered by the CAE codes set out in the call;
• Availability of the required opinions and licences;
• Investments in renewable energy or efficient use of resources;
• Internal rate of return;
• Obtaining quality certifications;
• Job creation;
• Use or valorisation of by-products or waste;
• Family farmer status or young rural entrepreneur status.

Eligible geographical area

The call applies to the municipalities of Barrancos, Moura, Mourão and Serpa.

More information

For more information about support for projects in Alentejo Litoral, contact us via our email.