How to Apply for Hong Kong's TVP Grant in 2026: Complete Guide

The Technology Voucher Programme (TVP) is one of Hong Kong's most valuable government initiatives for businesses looking to adopt technology. It provides funding of up to HK$600,000 per eligible company — covering 75% of the project cost — for technology solutions including AI, custom software, automation, and digital transformation.

Despite the generous funding, many Hong Kong businesses either don't know the TVP exists, believe it's too complicated to apply for, or submit weak applications that get rejected. This guide covers everything you need to know to submit a strong application and maximise your chances of approval.

What Is the Technology Voucher Programme?

The TVP was launched by the Hong Kong Innovation and Technology Commission (ITC) to help local businesses improve productivity and competitiveness through technology adoption. It's not a loan — it's a non-repayable grant.

Key parameters:

• Maximum funding: HK$600,000 per enterprise (cumulative across up to 6 approved projects)
• Government contribution: 75% of the total approved project cost
• Business contribution: 25% of the total approved project cost
• Number of projects: Up to 6 projects per company
• No industry restrictions: Available to all eligible businesses regardless of sector

Who Is Eligible for TVP?

The eligibility requirements are straightforward, which is one reason the TVP is accessible to businesses of all sizes:

• Registered in Hong Kong — Companies registered under the Companies Ordinance, sole proprietorships, partnerships, or entities registered under the Business Registration Ordinance
• Not a government subvented organisation — Not a statutory body or government entity
• Substantive business operations in Hong Kong — You need to demonstrate real operations (office, employees, clients) in HK
• No minimum years of operation — Even newly registered businesses can apply
• No minimum employee count — Solo operators and small teams qualify
• No minimum revenue requirement — Startups and established businesses alike

In practice, this means almost any legitimate business operating in Hong Kong can apply — from a 2-person design studio to a 200-person logistics company.

What Can TVP Fund?

TVP covers technology solutions that genuinely improve business processes. Eligible categories include:

Software and Systems

• Custom software development — Bespoke web apps, mobile apps, and enterprise platforms
• AI and automation tools — AI agents, chatbots, process automation, machine learning systems
• ERP and CRM systems — Enterprise resource planning and customer relationship management
• E-commerce platforms — Online stores, marketplace integrations, payment systems
• Document management — Digital filing, workflow automation, approval systems

Infrastructure and Security

• Cloud infrastructure — Server setup, migration, and configuration
• Cybersecurity — Firewalls, encryption, access controls, security audits
• Data analytics — Business intelligence dashboards, reporting systems

What TVP Does NOT Cover

• General hardware purchases (computers, printers) unless directly tied to the technology solution
• Staff salaries or ongoing subscription fees
• Marketing or advertising costs
• Existing or completed projects

How to Apply: Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Identify Your Technology Need

Start with a clear business problem. The ITC evaluates applications based on how well the proposed technology addresses a genuine operational need. Vague requests like "we want to digitalise" are weak. Specific proposals like "we need an AI-powered WhatsApp agent to handle 200+ daily customer queries currently managed manually" are strong.

Step 2: Get Vendor Quotations

You'll need at least 2 quotations from different vendors for any project component. For projects under HK$50,000 in a single category, 2 quotes suffice. For larger amounts, 3 quotes may be requested.

Each quotation should include:

• Detailed project scope and deliverables
• Itemised cost breakdown
• Implementation timeline
• Vendor qualifications and relevant experience

Step 3: Prepare Your Application

The TVP application requires:

• Business Registration Certificate
• Company incorporation documents
• Project plan — Detailed description of the technology, implementation approach, and expected outcomes
• Vendor quotations — As described above
• Budget breakdown — Itemised costs categorised by type (software, services, hardware if applicable)
• Explanation of business need — Why this technology is necessary and how it will improve operations

Step 4: Submit Online

Applications are submitted through the TVP online portal on the ITC website. The system guides you through each section and lets you upload supporting documents.

Step 5: Assessment and Approval

The ITC assesses applications based on:

• Reasonableness of the project scope and budget
• Relevance to the company's business operations
• Vendor qualifications and track record
• Expected outcomes and measurability

Typical assessment time: 6-10 weeks. You'll receive written notification of the outcome.

Step 6: Implement and Claim

Once approved, you implement the project and submit proof of completion — including invoices, delivery records, and a project completion report. The ITC reimburses 75% of eligible costs upon verification.

Tips for a Successful TVP Application

• Be specific about outcomes — Include measurable targets: "reduce order processing time by 60%", "automate 80% of customer queries", "eliminate 20 hours/week of manual data entry"
• Align with real business operations — The ITC wants to see that the technology directly supports your core business, not a side project
• Choose an experienced vendor — Vendors with a track record of TVP projects strengthen your application. The ITC considers vendor capability in their assessment
• Keep detailed records — Document everything from day one. The reimbursement claim requires thorough evidence of project completion
• Don't start before approval — Work commenced before the approval date is not eligible for reimbursement
• Phase your projects — Remember, you can submit up to 6 projects cumulatively. Start with a focused scope, deliver it, then apply for the next phase

Common TVP Project Examples

Based on our experience helping Hong Kong businesses with TVP-funded projects:

• WhatsApp AI agent — Automated customer service, lead qualification, and booking (HK$80,000-200,000)
• Custom CRM system — Client management tailored to specific industry workflows (HK$150,000-350,000)
• E-commerce platform — Online store with inventory management and payment integration (HK$100,000-300,000)
• Internal automation tool — Document processing, approval workflows, data pipeline automation (HK$80,000-200,000)
• AI-powered analytics dashboard — Business intelligence with custom KPIs and reporting (HK$100,000-250,000)

How Genium Helps With TVP Projects

At Genium, we've helped multiple Hong Kong businesses successfully apply for and complete TVP-funded technology projects. Our involvement includes:

• Technical proposal writing — We prepare the detailed project plan and scope documentation that the ITC requires
• Vendor quotation — As your technology vendor, we provide the detailed, itemised quotation needed for the application
• Project delivery — We handle the full development lifecycle — design, development, testing, and deployment
• Completion documentation — We help prepare the project completion report and evidence for reimbursement claims

Our services eligible for TVP funding include Genny AI (WhatsApp AI agents), custom software development, and autonomous AI agent setup.

Contact us to discuss how TVP can fund your next technology project.

FAQ

What Is the Technology Voucher Programme?

The Technology Voucher Programme (TVP) is a non-repayable Hong Kong government grant, administered by the Innovation and Technology Commission (ITC), that funds up to HK$600,000 per company to support technology adoption. It covers 75% of an approved project's cost, split across up to 6 projects, and applies across all industries, from AI tools to ERP systems.

Who Is Eligible for TVP?

Any business registered in Hong Kong under the Companies Ordinance or Business Registration Ordinance — including sole proprietorships and partnerships — is eligible for TVP, provided it is not a government-subvented entity and has substantive operations in Hong Kong. There's no minimum trading history, employee count, or revenue threshold, so a newly formed 2-person studio qualifies on the same terms as an established 200-person company.

What Can TVP Fund?

TVP funds technology solutions that address a genuine operational need, including custom software, AI and automation tools, ERP/CRM systems, e-commerce platforms, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data analytics. It does not cover general hardware purchases, staff salaries, ongoing subscription fees, marketing costs, or projects that are already completed.

Can I use TVP for AI projects?

Yes, AI projects are explicitly eligible under TVP's 'AI and automation tools' category, which covers items such as AI agents, chatbots, process automation, and machine learning systems. The application still needs to tie the AI solution to a specific, measurable business problem — a vague 'we want AI' request is weaker than a defined use case, such as automating 200+ daily customer queries.

How long does the TVP application process take?

A TVP application typically takes 6 to 10 weeks from submission to a written assessment outcome from the ITC. After approval, the business must still implement the project and submit proof of completion — invoices, delivery records, and a completion report — before the 75% reimbursement is released.

Can I apply for multiple TVP projects?

Yes, a company can apply for up to 6 separate TVP projects, with total funding across all of them capped at HK$600,000 cumulative per enterprise. Each project is assessed on its own merits, so every application still needs its own vendor quotations, budget breakdown, and justification of business need.

Hear it for yourself

The fastest way to judge an AI receptionist is to call one. Our live demo agent answers 24/7 — ask it whatever you would ask your own front desk.

Hong Kong: +852 9290 6024
United Kingdom: +44 1865 537191
United States: +1 267 507 0109

Prefer to speak to a person? Book a walkthrough.

Hong Kong TVP AI Grant: What Projects Actually Get Funded · More articles · Talk to our team