Saxony Business Angel Bonus
Business-Angel-Bonus (JTF 2021–2027)
Grant of 50% of eligible costs (personnel incl. managing-director salary, material, investments), capped at the angel's investment and €400,000. Provided by Sächsische Aufbaubank (SAB), Just Transition Fund.
Key facts
- Amount
- Grant of 50% of eligible costs (personnel incl. managing-director salary, material, investments), capped at the angel's investment and €400,000
- Duration
- Not fixed
- Type
- Grant
- Who receives it
- Company
- Equity
- Equity-free
- Repayable
- No
- Stages
- Prototype, Pre-revenue, Revenue, Incorporated
- Solo founders
- Yes
- Full-time required
- No
- Company required
- Yes
- University link required
- No
- Application languages
- DE
- Location
- Seat in Stadt Leipzig, Landkreis Leipzig, Nordsachsen, Bautzen, Görlitz or Chemnitz (JTF regions)
Who can apply
- Small innovative company, in the commercial register ≤5 years
- Each counted angel invests ≥€50,000 fresh equity
- Participation agreement signed ≤2 months before application
- Must contribute to ecological/social sustainability
What usually blocks applicants
- Needs incorporation (HR entry) and an angel ticket ≥€50k
- If profits are distributed within 5 years, 50% must be repaid (from €2,500, capped at the grant)
Why founders miss it
Leipzig city is a JTF region, so a €50k angel cheque can unlock €50k+ of non-dilutive money. It's a strong pitch line to angels that almost nobody outside Lusatia uses.
Deadline and timing
Apply within 2 months of signing the angel agreement; no fixed call dates. 2026 budget status not stated.
Frequently asked
How much does Saxony Business Angel Bonus pay?
Grant of 50% of eligible costs (personnel incl. managing-director salary, material, investments), capped at the angel's investment and €400,000
Who can apply for Saxony Business Angel Bonus?
Small innovative company, in the commercial register ≤5 years Each counted angel invests ≥€50,000 fresh equity Participation agreement signed ≤2 months before application Must contribute to ecological/social sustainability
When is the Saxony Business Angel Bonus deadline?
Apply within 2 months of signing the angel agreement; no fixed call dates. 2026 budget status not stated.
Where do I apply for Saxony Business Angel Bonus?
On the official page: https://www.sab.sachsen.de/en/f%C3%B6rderrichtlinie-business-angel-bonus-jtf-2021-2027. Applications are accepted in DE.
Do I have to pay back Saxony Business Angel Bonus or give up equity?
No, it does not have to be paid back. It takes no equity.
Can solo founders apply for Saxony Business Angel Bonus?
Yes, solo founders can apply.
Sources and verification
Checked on 8 October 2026. Facts read directly from the official source. This page is orientation, not an eligibility decision.
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