Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme (GBVS) - UK

About this funding

The Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme provides grant funding to help rural small and medium-sized enterprises upgrade their broadband connection to gigabit-capable speeds.

Eligible businesses across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland can apply for support towards the cost of this infrastructure improvement.

Applicants must meet full eligibility criteria and apply as part of a group. Each voucher provides up to £3,500 towards the upgrade costs. The scheme is open to enterprises in sectors including agriculture and food, business and finance, construction, health, hospitality and catering, IT, digital and creative, life sciences, manufacturing, mining, real estate and property, science and technology, service industries, transport and distribution, travel and leisure, utilities providers, and wholesale and retail.

Detailed eligibility requirements and application procedures are available through the Department for Business and Trade scheme portal. Interested businesses should visit the official website to confirm their eligibility and submit a group application.

Who can apply

Rural small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Businesses must meet full criteria available on the scheme website. Applications are accepted on a group basis.

How to apply

Visit the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) website for detailed eligibility criteria and application procedures. Further information available through the scheme's official portal

Common questions

What is Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme (GBVS) - UK?

The Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme offers grants of up to £3,500 per voucher to rural SMEs across the UK to upgrade to gigabit-capable broadband connections, with applications made on a group basis.

How much funding is available?

Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme (GBVS) - UK offers Up to £3,500 per voucher when applying as part of a group.

Who can apply for Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme (GBVS) - UK?

Rural small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Businesses must meet full criteria available on the scheme website. Applications are accepted on a group basis.

What is the deadline?

Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme (GBVS) - UK accepts applications on a rolling basis — you can apply at any time.

Who provides Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme (GBVS) - UK?

Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme (GBVS) - UK is provided by Department for Business and Trade.

How do I apply for Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme (GBVS) - UK?

Visit the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) website for detailed eligibility criteria and application procedures. Further information available through the scheme's official portal.