Micro-Mezzanine Fund Germany
Mikromezzaninfonds Deutschland III (MBG Sachsen)
Silent participation up to EUR 100,000, or EUR 150,000 for social and ecological firms; about 8% a year effective plus up to 2% profit share; 10 years, no collateral. Provided by BMWE and ESF Plus, delivered in Saxony by MBG Sachsen.
Key facts
- Amount
- Silent participation up to EUR 100,000, or EUR 150,000 for social and ecological firms; about 8% a year effective plus up to 2% profit share; 10 years, no collateral
- Duration
- 10 years
- Type
- Investment
- Who receives it
- Company
- Equity
- Conditional
- Repayable
- Yes
- Stages
- Pre-revenue, Revenue, Incorporated
- Solo founders
- Yes
- Full-time required
- Unclear
- Company required
- Unclear
- University link required
- No
- Application languages
- DE
Who can apply
- Small and young companies and founders with a viable business
- Higher cap for commercially run social enterprises and ecologically sustainable firms
What usually blocks applicants
- No sign yet that the business can pay the return
- Restructuring cases
Deadline and timing
Rolling; fund III started in April 2025.
Frequently asked
How much does Micro-Mezzanine Fund Germany pay?
Silent participation up to EUR 100,000, or EUR 150,000 for social and ecological firms; about 8% a year effective plus up to 2% profit share; 10 years, no collateral
Who can apply for Micro-Mezzanine Fund Germany?
Small and young companies and founders with a viable business Higher cap for commercially run social enterprises and ecologically sustainable firms
When is the Micro-Mezzanine Fund Germany deadline?
Rolling; fund III started in April 2025.
Where do I apply for Micro-Mezzanine Fund Germany?
On the official page: https://www.foerderdatenbank.de/FDB/Content/DE/Foerderprogramm/Bund/BMWi/mikromezzaninfonds.html. Applications are accepted in DE.
Do I have to pay back Micro-Mezzanine Fund Germany or give up equity?
Yes, it is repayable. Equity terms depend on the case; check the official conditions.
Can solo founders apply for Micro-Mezzanine Fund Germany?
Yes, solo founders can apply.
Sources and verification
Checked on 9 October 2026. Most facts read from the official source; some details need confirmation. This page is orientation, not an eligibility decision.
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