Puglia E-Commerce: How to Find the Right Fund to Create or Migrate Your Shopify Store
From government grants for SMEs in Southern Italy to vouchers from the Chambers of Commerce of Bari and Taranto: a practical guide for Apulian businesses wanting to access non-repayable funding of up to 70%.
For Small and Medium-sized Enterprises and Made in Italy brands in Puglia, the digitalization of sales channels is no longer an option, but a growth necessity. Whether launching a new store on Shopify or migrating from legacy platforms that are costly to maintain (such as PrestaShop or WooCommerce), technological investment is the key to scaling revenue.
To support the local entrepreneurial fabric, national and regional institutions offer a series of subsidized finance measures with non-repayable grants (from 50% to 70%). The real challenge for Apulian entrepreneurs is identifying the correct subsidy based on their operational headquarters, the nature of the project, and the deadlines of individual application windows.
Create or Update your E-commerce with Non-Repayable Funding of up to 70%
All Shopifacile packages and technological solutions are pre-approved for the Digital Vouchers offered by Apulian Chambers of Commerce and regional calls for tenders. If you do not have a consultant to manage your application, rely on our partners specialized in subsidized finance to submit your request without errors.
Map of Active E-commerce Incentives in Puglia
Below, we analyze the three main financial instruments available to companies with a registered or operational office in Puglia:
1. MIMIT Call for Specialized SME Skills
SOUTHERN REGIONSState incentive aimed at in-person training for company staff on the operational management and scaling of Shopify and PrestaShop stores.
- Incentive: 50% non-repayable grant for training plans from €10,000 to €60,000.
- Application Window: From September 14, 2026 (10:00 AM) to October 15, 2026.
- Territorial Requirement: SMEs with a local unit located in Puglia (or other regions of Southern Italy).
2. CCIAA Bari Dual Transition Voucher
PROVINCE OF BARIFinances I4.0/5.0 innovation for existing stores: Artificial Intelligence integration (e.g., catalog management and EasySellOn), System Integration with ERP/management software, and Big Data tracking.
- Incentive: 70% non-repayable grant (maximum contribution of €8,000).
- Application Window: From September 14, 2026 (10:00 AM) to October 15, 2026.
- Territorial Requirement: Companies registered with the Bari Chamber of Commerce and its province.
3. Taranto JTF Funding
PROVINCE OF TARANTOMeasure promoted by Puglia Sviluppo for comprehensive digital transformation, the creation of Shopify e-commerce stores from scratch, and migration from legacy infrastructures.
- Incentive Structure: 75% Zero-Interest Loan + 25% Non-Repayable Grant for projects from €10,000 to €200,000.
- Call Status: In the process of being defined with the final notice to be published.
- Territorial Requirement: Micro and Small Enterprises operating in the Province of Taranto.
How to choose the right call for your business in Puglia
Assess your position before starting the documentation:
Shopifacile support for SMEs in Puglia
We combine technical specialization in Shopify with experience in public grant reporting to offer a risk-free path:
We provide clear, analytical quotes perfectly formulated according to the criteria established by the implementation decrees of the calls.
If you do not have a subsidized finance contact, we connect you with our trusted partners who manage the formal application process.
To cover the remaining amount not covered by the public incentive, you can choose our direct 12-month installment plan with zero red tape.
Want to check your business's eligibility in Puglia?
Plan your digital project now. Book a consultation with the Shopifacile team: we will analyze your e-commerce status and guide you toward choosing the most advantageous grant for your business.
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