Recently, the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin officially launched the 2024 application process for the recognition, advancement, and R&D subsidies for unicorn enterprises. The maximum annual subsidy for recognized companies can reach RMB 20 million, with Macao-funded enterprises eligible for a 20% increase based on this standard. The application deadline is July 31.

Applicants must meet key requirements, including having their place of registration, tax administration, and statistical relations located within Hengqin, and must be actively operating in Hengqin as well.

Applicant enterprises must be engaged in emerging or future-oriented industries such as integrated circuits and biopharmaceuticals, or be traditional industries transformed through deep integration with new technologies, new industries, new business models, and new formats.

The recognition program is divided into three levels: Unicorn Enterprises, Potential Unicorns, and Seed Unicorns. Successful applicants may receive rewards of up to RMB 20 million yuan, 5 million yuan, and 3 million yuan, respectively.

Recognized unicorn enterprises are eligible for an annual R&D subsidy equivalent to 20% of their R&D expenses, while potential unicorns can receive 15%, for up to three consecutive years, with a maximum annual subsidy of 20 million yuan.

Macao-funded enterprises and Macao-affiliated companies recognized by the Macao SAR government as key tech enterprises may receive a 20% increase in subsidy amounts.

Application Method:

Enterprises should log in to the Business & Public Services Platform of the Hengqin Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin and follow the instructions to submit the required materials.

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