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Closes Sep 15Michigan (statewide)

Michigan State Trade Expansion Program (MI-STEP) FY27

From Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)

Amount
Up to $15,000Up to $15,000 a year (75% of pre-approved export costs)
Deadline
Closes Sep 15, 2027332 days left
Where
Michigan (statewide)
Match needed
Pays you back
Effort
MediumA form plus a few documents.
Apply on michiganbusiness.org (opens in a new tab)

The link goes to michiganbusiness.org.

Michigan small businesses in operation 1+ year with $100,000+ gross revenue, export-ready goods or services (51% US content). Closes Sep 15, 2027. 332 days left

Who can apply

  • Michigan small businesses in operation 1+ year with $100,000+ gross revenue, export-ready goods or services (51% US content)
  • consultants, distributors of imports and MLMs ineligible

Exporters and manufacturing

Can a small business win this?

Reimbursed first-come, first-served, and the 75% rate is generous.

Before you apply

Submit at least 10 business days before travel. applications fewer than 5 business days out are rejected outright.

Checked on michiganbusiness.org, Oct 18 (opens in a new tab)

Report a problem

This is a summary. The official page has the final word.

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Common questions

How much is Michigan State Trade Expansion Program (MI-STEP) FY27?

Up to $15,000. The full line is: Up to $15,000 a year (75% of pre-approved export costs). Highest figure stored: $15,000.

When can I apply for Michigan State Trade Expansion Program (MI-STEP) FY27?

The deadline on file is 2027-09-15. Check the official page before you apply. Dates move.

Who can apply for Michigan State Trade Expansion Program (MI-STEP) FY27?

Michigan small businesses in operation 1+ year with $100,000+ gross revenue, export-ready goods or services (51% US content). consultants, distributors of imports and MLMs ineligible.

Does Michigan State Trade Expansion Program (MI-STEP) FY27 require matching funds?

Yes. You need to put in some of your own money or another match.

Where was Michigan State Trade Expansion Program (MI-STEP) FY27 checked?

Checked on 2026-10-18 at https://www.michiganbusiness.org/services/international-trade/mistep/. The official page wins if we disagree.

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