Qualifying Texas companies must:

• Be organized or incorporated in the U.S.
• Operate in the U.S.
• Export-ready U.S. Company seeking to export goods or services of U.S. origin or have at least 51% U.S. Content
• Meet:

• Have been in business for not less than the 1-year period at the time of application;
• Demonstrate understanding of the costs associated with exporting and doing business with foreign purchasers, including the costs of freight forwarding, customs brokers, packing and shipping; have in effect a strategic plan for exporting; and demonstrate export readiness.
  
  Eligible small business must meet the following ADDITIONAL criteria to be considered for this program:
  • Company is For-Profit.
  • Be in good standing with the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts.
  • Have a Federal Identification Number tied to a Texas address.
  • Have a product/service manufactured, produced, processed or value-added in Texas.
  • ESBCs must be either “new to export” or “market expansion” – the event/activity must help the applicant to enter a new market or segment in which they do not already have significant export sales.

The Export Stipend program provided post-completion reimbursements to Eligible Small Business Concerns (ESBC) for specific export-related expenses. ESBCs are required to provide a company cash match in conjunction with the stipend. Stipend awards are based on funds availability, the number of applications submitted, and the strength and completeness of the applications; late, weak or incomplete applications are ineligible for reimbursement. Please see the official Request for Application for more information on allowable costs, as well as the Eligible Expense Guide located under Forms.