Overview
ANII's open instrument supports the launch and growth of innovative, high-impact ventures and young national companies in Uruguay.
Complete grant details
Projects can receive non-refundable financing of up to 80% of total cost, capped at UYU 3,000,000, with at least 20% cash counterpart from the entrepreneurs. Qualifying climate-related projects and women-led ventures can receive up to 90% while keeping the same UYU 3,000,000 maximum. Projects may run for up to 24 months.
Eligibility requirements
Innovative entrepreneurs and young national companies with validated solutions, global scaling potential and economic, social or environmental impact; at least one entrepreneur must be dedicated full time. Detailed eligibility follows ANII's official bases.
Tips for this grant
Practical Job and Scholarship guidance. These tips do not replace official rules or create new eligibility requirements.
- Check eligibility, funding coverage, study/project level and every required document before investing time in the application.
- Prepare transcripts, references, language tests, proposal/motivation statement and proof documents early.
- Separate the scholarship deadline from any university/program admission deadline; they may be different.
- Treat “fully funded” as a source fact only when the official provider explicitly confirms the covered costs.
Verification notes
Verified against the current official ANII instrument page on 29 August 2026. The instrument is listed as permanent/open and its closure is subject to availability of funds.
Job and Scholarship is the discovery and verification layer. Confirm eligibility, dates, salary/funding and application instructions on the original source before submitting anything.
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