Startup Funding
Verified source: British Business BankLast verified 30 May 2026Start Up Loans
Government-backed personal loans for new and early-stage UK businesses, plus free mentoring.
Key facts
- Funding amount
- Up to £25,000
- Deadline
- Rolling – no fixed deadline
- Region
- UK-wide
- Business type
- UK businesses, startups & SMEs
Plain English summary
A government-backed personal loan up to £25k at 6% fixed for new UK businesses. No fees, includes a year of mentoring.
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Funding details
Fixed 6% interest, 1–5 year terms, no application fees, and 12 months of free mentoring after drawdown.
Who this is best for
- UK businesses, startups & SMEs
- Organisations based in UK-wide
- Projects aligned with startup funding
- Teams seeking funding around Up to £25,000
Who should not apply
- Individuals applying in a personal capacity (unless explicitly permitted)
- Applicants who cannot meet the official eligibility criteria below
Eligibility checklist
Tick what applies to your organisation before applying.
- UK residents over 18 starting or running a business trading for under 36 months.
Official source
Funding body
British Business Bank
Last verified
30 May 2026
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