To promote M&A among small-scale businesses and others, this program aims to create an environment where M&A can be carried out more smoothly by reducing the burden of fees paid to experts such as financial advisors (FAs) and intermediaries.
Business Succession and M&A Subsidy (Expert Assistance Category: Small-Scale Seller Support Type) — 16th Application Call (FY2026)
October 3, 2026
Summary
This program reduces the burden of fees for experts such as financial advisors and intermediaries to promote smoother M&A among small-scale businesses and others.
Key Information
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
|---|---|
| Application Period | Oct 2, 2026 – Nov 6, 2026 |
| Max Subsidy Amount | ¥4,500,000 |
| Subsidy Rate | 2/3; joint application for business closure expenses permitted |
| Purpose | Management improvement and strengthening; business succession; productivity improvement and operational efficiency |
| Eligible Expenses | Expert fees; travel expenses; commissioned services; outsourced expenses; equipment disposal expenses; insurance premiums, etc.; service usage fees |
| Eligible Applicants | Sole proprietors; small-scale businesses |
| Implementing Agency | Business Succession and M&A Subsidy Administrative Office |
| Official Page | https://shoukei-mahojokin.go.jp/r7h/#business-type |