The European Commission has announced amendments to the de minimis regime, which will come into effect from 1 January 2024 to 31 December 2030.

The main changes are summarised below:

• The increase of the ceiling per undertaking from 200,000 euros (applicable since 2008) to 300,000 euros over three years, to account for inflation.

• The introduction of an obligation for Member States to register de minimis aid in a central register established at national or EU level from 1 January 2026, thereby reducing reporting obligations for businesses.

• The introduction of a "safe harbour" for financial intermediaries, to further facilitate aid in the form of loans and guarantees.

Regarding SGEIs:

• The increase of the ceiling per undertaking from 500,000 euros (applicable since 2012) to 750,000 euros over three years, to account for inflation.

• The introduction of an obligation for Member States to register de minimis aid in a central register established at national or EU level from 1 January 2026, thereby reducing reporting obligations for businesses.

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