IMDA Overseas Development Grant at a glance
Agency
Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA)
Programme
Media Talent Progression Programme (MTPP)
Support type
Grant
Current status
Open
Funding
Up to 100% of qualifying cost items.
Cap / maximum support
Up to S$50,000 per application.
What does the scheme support?
Participation in recognised project labs, project-development platforms and selected international awards or competition platforms.
This profile should be read as a funding and eligibility guide rather than a substitute for the agency's final assessment. The approved scope, support level and claim treatment remain subject to the governing programme terms and the applicant's specific project.
Who can apply?
Singapore Citizens/PRs or Singapore-registered business entities engaged in infocomm/media or related activities, meeting IMDA's media-freelancer procurement standard and selected, invited or nominated for an eligible platform.
How much support is available?
Up to 100% of qualifying cost items.
Up to S$50,000 per application.
What costs can qualify?
Round-trip economy airfare and accommodation; project labs can also support eligible participation fees.
Key conditions
The platform or event must be recognised by IMDA. Applicants are advised to apply at least three weeks before the event and should not rely on support until approval is obtained.
For any project where timing matters, applicants should avoid making irreversible commitments before confirming the programme's pre-start requirements. Where the scheme is discretionary or delivered through an appointed partner, the agency or programme partner retains the final decision on eligibility and quantum.
How and when should you apply?
Applicants first discuss the opportunity with IMDA; eligible applicants are then invited to apply through OGMS.
Is this scheme relevant to your project?
A strong fit is: A Singapore media professional or company formally selected for a recognised international lab, project-development platform or prestigious competition.
A weak fit is: General business travel, trade-show attendance or an event that is not on the recognised platform route.
How Reeve | R&D supports the scheme
Reeve | R&D can manage the incentive workstream from initial eligibility assessment through project structuring, funding modelling, application preparation, evidence planning, agency interaction and post-award coordination, while the company or eligible applicant remains the formal applicant where required.
Frequently asked questions
What is the current status?
The current verified status is Open as of 7 October 2026. Where the programme is periodic or appointment-led, this does not necessarily mean that a general application window is continuously open.
How much support is available?
Up to 100% of qualifying cost items. Up to S$50,000 per application.
What is the most important eligibility point?
Singapore Citizens/PRs or Singapore-registered business entities engaged in infocomm/media or related activities, meeting IMDA's media-freelancer procurement standard and selected, invited or nominated for an eligible platform.
What should be checked before committing to the project?
The applicant should confirm the live programme terms, pre-start rules, eligible cost categories and any partner, provider, appointment or milestone requirements before signing contracts or incurring supported costs.
Official programme sources
imda.gov.sg (opens in a new tab)Last verified: 2026-10-07