LEADER Kavala – Thasos 2026 creates new funding opportunities for businesses and investors planning a new investment in Kavala or Thasos .

Through the Local LEADER Programme Kavala – Thasos 2023–2027, investment plans may be funded concerning, among other things, processing, craft industry, handicrafts, forestry and other productive activities .

The total public expenditure of the call amounts to 2.380.000€ , while applications have already opened and close on 18 December 2026 at 15:00 .

The programme is implemented by the Kavala Development Agency within the framework of Intervention P3-77-4.1 «Support for Local Development through LEADER (CLLD)».

Which businesses does LEADER Kavala – Thasos 2026 fund?

LEADER Kavala – Thasos 2026 concerns different categories of private investment and creates funding opportunities for businesses operating in important sectors of the local economy.

The main activities include:

  • processing of agricultural products ,
  • processing for the production of non-agricultural products ,
  • forestry sector ,
  • craft industry and handicrafts ,
  • production of goods following first processing,
  • other activities provided for in the individual sub-interventions.

The eligibility of a business depends on its activity, the corresponding NACE code , the area in which the investment will be carried out and the specific terms of the relevant sub-intervention.

Who can apply to LEADER Kavala – Thasos?

The programme is addressed to businesses and investors planning to carry out an investment within the eligible implementation area.

Depending on the sub-intervention, both existing businesses and new business activities may be eligible for funding , provided that the prescribed conditions are met.

For this reason, before preparing the application, a check is required of the eligibility both of the business and of the specific investment plan.

What does LEADER Kavala – Thasos 2026 fund?

Funding may concern investments for the establishment, development and modernisation of business activities in the implementation area.

Depending on the sub-intervention, eligible expenditure may include:

  • building works and fit-out of business premises,
  • production and machinery equipment,
  • other business equipment,
  • costs and services directly linked to the implementation of the investment plan.

Eligible expenditure is examined on the basis of the subject matter of the investment and the specific terms of the sub-intervention under which the proposal falls.

Funding for processing and production in Kavala and Thasos

Particular emphasis in LEADER Kavala – Thasos is given to investments relating to processing and productive activity .

Of the total public expenditure, the following are provided for:

  • 620.000€ for processing units producing agricultural products,
  • 100.000€ for processing resulting in a non-agricultural product,
  • 40.000€ for investments in the forestry sector,
  • 200.000€ for craft industry, handicrafts and production of goods following first processing.

These specific categories create funding opportunities for businesses planning to increase their productive capacity, modernise facilities and equipment or develop new activities and products.

Where does LEADER Kavala – Thasos apply?

The funding concerns investments carried out within the eligible area of the Local LEADER Programme Kavala – Thasos .

The location of the investment is a key eligibility criterion. For each investment plan, it must be confirmed that the place of implementation is within the intervention area and that any additional geographical restrictions of the relevant sub-intervention are met.

What are the basic conditions for funding?

For an investment to be included in LEADER Kavala – Thasos 2026 , the conditions laid down for the specific sub-intervention must be met.

Among other things, the following are examined:

  • the NACE code and the business activity,
  • the implementation area,
  • the subject matter of the investment,
  • the budget,
  • the required licences and approvals,
  • the ability to cover the private contribution .

At the same time, a complete investment dossier with the prescribed supporting documents is required.

Applications are evaluated and selected on the basis of the criteria set out in the call.

LEADER Kavala – Thasos 2026: Application deadline

Applications for LEADER Kavala – Thasos 2026 opened on 30 September 2026 at 13:00 .

Application deadline: 18 December 2026, at 15:00.

Because submission requires a complete investment dossier and the necessary supporting documents, it is important for investment preparation to begin well before the expiry of the deadline.

Why is timely application preparation important?

The eligibility of a business does not automatically imply approval of funding.

Timely eligibility checks , the correct structuring of the investment plan and budget, and the gathering of the required supporting documents contribute to the preparation of a complete investment dossier.

Especially where the investment includes building works, machinery equipment or licensing , preparation must start in good time.

AFS undertakes your application for LEADER Kavala – Thasos 2026

AFS – Athens Financial Services undertakes the process comprehensively for businesses and investors interested in funding through LEADER Kavala – Thasos 2026 .

Our support includes checking the eligibility of the business and the investment , assessing and organising the investment plan, preparing the required dossier and submitting the funding application .

AFS can also support the business after approval, monitoring the requirements associated with the implementation of the investment plan.

ARE YOU PLANNING AN INVESTMENT IN KAVALA OR THASOS?

AFS UNDERTAKES YOUR APPLICATION.

Do not wait until the deadline to find out whether your business and your investment can be funded through LEADER Kavala – Thasos 2026 .

📅 Deadline: 18 December 2026, at 15:00

📞 210 831 7702 ✉️ info@afs.gr

Or fill in the contact form and the AFS team will contact you.