Estonia offers a range of tailored Destination Supports for international conferences. Here’s a brief overview:

Estonian Business and Innovation Agency’s Conference Support Grant

The Estonian Business and Innovation Agency supports the organisation and marketing of international conferences in Estonia, aiming to attract foreign visitors with higher purchasing power and enhance Estonia’s recognition as a tourist destination in foreign markets. The grant is available to legal entities registered in Estonia, including public and local authorities. The maximum grant for a single conference is up to 30,000 euros, evaluated based on several criteria. For detailed information, visit the Estonian Business and Innovation Agency’s website

Tallinn Conference Grant

Starting from 2023, the city of Tallinn supports international conferences taking place in Tallinn.

Conferences eligible for support must take place between October 1 and April 30. The program must last at least two consecutive days with at least four hours of content each day. There must be delegates from at least two countries, with a minimum of 75 foreign delegates for conferences in January, February, and March, and at least 120 for those in April, October, November, and December. Conference organisers are expected to hold these events in as sustainable and eco-friendly a manner as possible.

The maximum grant for a single conference is up to 30,000 euros, evaluated based on three criteria: the number of foreign delegates, the duration of the conference program, and the month of the conference. The support covers up to 60% of the eligible expenses made by the applicant.

For details on the grant provision process, please refer to the guidelines available Visit Tallinn’s web site

Free Public Transport for Conference Delegates in Tallinn

Although Tallinn is a compact city where you can easily walk to most destinations, the city offers organizers of international events (conferences, cultural, and sports events) the opportunity to apply for free public transport for their participants. For further information, visit the Visit Tallinn’ s web site

Site Inspection Funding

Estonian Convention Bureau offers support for the costs associated with in-person site inspections, including travel and accommodation for key decision-makers who are exploring Estonia as a potential host for their future event. Please contact our Association Specialist Ms Külli Teimann for guidance and support at kylli.teimann@ecb.ee

Bid Support Funding Programme

The Estonian Convention Bureau is your partner in creating compelling bid documents and presentations. Support is provided to help you with the bidding process, including financial assistance for creating outstanding bid materials. Additionally, support may include covering travel expenses, accommodation, and conference registration fees for presenting the bid at the preceding conference. If needed, the bureau’s expert team can assist you in preparing bid documents, crafting presentations introducing Estonia as the destination, and organising site inspection visits for international organisations. Please contact our Association Specialist Ms Külli Teimann for guidance and support at kylli.teimann@ecb.ee