Although the consequences of the coronavirus crisis are slowly easing, some sectors remain affected. For this reason, Überbrückungshilfe III Plus and Neustarthilfe Plus can now also be applied for covering the period from October to December 2021.
Überbrückungshilfe III Plus
Compared to Überbrückungshilfe III Plus for the third quarter of 2021, there are virtually no substantive changes. According to the Federal Government, only the restart premium for reopening businesses has fulfilled its purpose and is therefore being discontinued. Eligible applicants remain companies, business associations, self-employed individuals, etc. with annual revenue below EUR 750 million in 2020 and a revenue decline of 30% compared to the reference months in 2019. Additionally eligible to apply in the fourth quarter of 2021 are companies affected by the flood disaster in July of this year.
Application for Überbrückungshilfe III Plus
Companies that have already applied for Überbrückungshilfe III Plus for the period from July to September 2021 can, for the sake of simplicity, apply for further subsidies for the fourth quarter of 2021 by submitting an amendment application.
Companies that have not yet applied for Überbrückungshilfe III Plus can now submit an initial application and receive government subsidies for the full funding period (July to December 2021).
Neustarthilfe Plus
Neustarthilfe Plus for solo self-employed individuals, cooperatives, etc. has also been extended for the fourth quarter of 2021. The maximum reimbursement claim of EUR 4,500 is retained and continues to amount to 50% of revenue compared to the reference period. The application procedure is identical to that for Überbrückungshilfe III Plus. It should also be noted that Neustarthilfe Plus cannot be applied for in addition to Überbrückungshilfe III Plus.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
For what period can Überbrückungshilfen III Plus and Neustarthilfen Plus additionally be applied for?
The Überbrückungshilfen III Plus and Neustarthilfen Plus programs have been extended to cover the fourth quarter of 2021. State subsidies can therefore now also be applied for the period from October to December 2021. The overall funding period thus runs from July to December 2021.
Who is eligible to apply for Überbrückungshilfen III Plus (Bridging Aid III Plus) in Q4 2021?
Eligible applicants include businesses, business associations, and self-employed individuals with annual revenue below 750 million euros in 2020 and a revenue decline of at least 30% compared to the reference months in 2019. Companies affected by the flood disaster in July 2021 are also eligible to apply.
What has changed in terms of content for Bridging Aid III Plus (Überbrückungshilfe III Plus) for the fourth quarter of 2021?
In terms of content, Bridging Aid III Plus remains largely unchanged. The only change is the elimination of the restart bonus for reopening businesses, as the federal government considers it to have fulfilled its purpose.
What is the maximum reimbursement amount under Neustarthilfe Plus?
The maximum reimbursement amount under Neustarthilfe Plus remains EUR 4,500 and corresponds to 50% of revenue compared to the reference period. Eligible applicants are, in particular, solo self-employed individuals and cooperatives.
Can Überbrückungshilfen III Plus and Neustarthilfen Plus be applied for at the same time?
No, a parallel application is not possible. Solo self-employed individuals and other eligible applicants must choose between Überbrückungshilfen III Plus and Neustarthilfen Plus.
How do companies that have already received Überbrückungshilfen III Plus apply for Q4 2021?
Companies that have already applied for Überbrückungshilfen III Plus for the period July to September 2021 can submit a simplified amendment application for Q4 2021. Those who have not yet filed an application can submit an initial application covering the full funding period from July to December 2021.