AOR Programme Funding Support for Exporters – Processed Food Singapore

What does AOR Programme Funding Support for Exporters – Processed support?

Recognised third-party export audits required before eligible manufacturers apply for export certificates.

The programme is relevant across the following project stages: Certification / Standards, Market Expansion.

Current sector or technology coverage includes Manufacturing, Agri-Food / Agriculture.

Who can apply?

SFA-licensed exporter applying for an Export Health Certificate under the health-certificate type 'export of food products', with at least one active appointed Qualified Person on the audit date.

Applicant profile: SFA-licensed processed-food exporters.

Local ownership: No local ownership requirement.

How much support is available under AOR Programme Funding Support for Exporters – Processed?

50% funding support for the current processed-food qualifying period.

Capped at S$1,400 inclusive of GST per SFA licence for the qualifying period.

What expenditure can qualify?

Eligible recognised-AO export audit costs under the AOR funding-support terms.

Only expenditure falling within the programme’s qualifying scope should be included in the funding or incentive model.

Key conditions

• One claim per SFA licence per qualifying period.
• audit must be conducted by an SFA-recognised Auditing Organisation.
• processed-food establishments are in the second funding period from 1 Jul 2026 to 30 Jun 2027.

When should you apply?

The current application window runs from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027.

For a time-bound programme, work backwards from the deadline to confirm eligibility, scope, budget and any required partners or evidence.

How does the application process work?

Applications follow the programme-specific route published by Singapore Food Agency (SFA).

A practical workstream is:

1. confirm company and project eligibility;
2. define the supported scope, outcomes and qualifying cost base;
3. check timing, collaboration, vendor or pre-approval conditions;
4. prepare and submit through the official programme route;
5. respond to agency assessment requirements; and
6. implement and retain evidence against the approved conditions if support is awarded.

Is AOR Programme Funding Support for Exporters – Processed relevant to your project?

A strong fit is a company whose planned project clearly matches the supported activities: Recognised third-party export audits required before eligible manufacturers apply for export certificates.

The opportunity is weaker where the project cannot satisfy one of the decisive conditions identified above, even if the broader business objective appears relevant.

How Reeve | R&D supports AOR Programme Funding Support for Exporters – Processed

Reeve | R&D can manage the incentive workstream—eligibility assessment, project structuring, funding modelling, application preparation, agency interaction and post-award requirements—while the company remains the formal applicant where required by the programme.

Frequently asked questions

How much support is available under AOR Programme Funding Support for Exporters – Processed?

50% funding support for the current processed-food qualifying period. Capped at S$1,400 inclusive of GST per SFA licence for the qualifying period.

Is there a local ownership requirement?

No local ownership requirement.

Who can apply?

SFA-licensed exporter applying for an Export Health Certificate under the health-certificate type 'export of food products', with at least one active appointed Qualified Person on the audit date.

What is the current closing date?

The current closing date is 30 June 2027.

Is collaboration required?

Audit must be conducted by an SFA-recognised Auditing Organisation.

Related funding routes

• EDGE Internationalisation — for eligible internationalisation projects.
• Double Tax Deduction for Internationalisation (DTDi) — as a related Singapore funding route.
• Grant & Incentive Directory — to compare other Singapore grants and incentives.
• Grant Management — for application and post-award execution.

Official programme information: Singapore Food Agency (SFA) — AOR Programme Funding Support for Exporters – Processed Food