Norfolk offers

financial resources, programs, and connections

to help its businesses find export opportunities

 

*Contact development@norfolk.gov for any questions on any of the resources and programs below.

Capital Access Program

CAP offers products that can be used to fund export activities

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Norfolk Enterprise Zone

Provides state and local incentives to businesses that invest and create jobs

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Norfolk Technology Zones

Abatement of Business, Professional, and Occupational License or Machinery & Tools tax

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Norfolk Works

Connect new and expanding businesses with  talent from an array of local sources

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Virginia Economic Development Partnership 

VEDP offers multiple programs and services for export activities

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Small Business Administration 

SBA has a variety of export financing programs

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EXIM Bank

EXIM is the official export credit agency of the United States

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Export Working Capital Program (EWCP) Lenders

Expertise advice and resources to help your business go global

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Small Business Development Center

Help to prepare an export promotion plan and conduct market research

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U.S Commercial Service

Help U.S. exporters create successful international sales strategies

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Foreign Trade Zone #20

Special procedures to encourage U.S. activity by reducing, eliminating, or delaying duties

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Virginia Department of Agriculture And Consumer Services

Connects agricultural producers with export opportunities

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Need Assistance?

Request a meeting to identify relevant financial resources and services to support/develop your exporting plan.

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ASSESSMENT FOR NEW EXPORTERS

Determine your level of export readiness with this initial assessment of your exporting needs and capabilities provided by the International Trade Administration.

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ASSESSMENT FOR EXPANDING EXPORTERS

Use this questionnaire, provided by the International Trade Administration, to asses your exporting needs and identify key considerations when looking to expand into new markets.

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ASSESSMENT FOR EXPERIENCED EXPORTERS

Use this questionnaire, provided by the International Trade Administration, for experienced businesses that are looking into high-growth markets.

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