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DTSPP – Digital Transformation Support Pilot Programme

As digital transformation becomes increasingly vital for Hong Kong SMEs to sustain competitiveness, the Hong Kong Government has introduced the Digital Transformation Support Pilot Programme (DTSPP) to facilitate smoother and more accessible business upgrading and transformation.

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The DTSPP programme assists enterprises in adopting ready-to-use digital tools to optimise daily operations and enhance efficiency.

The Digital Transformation Support Pilot Programme (DTSPP) — also referred to as the DTSPP Fund or DTSPP Funding — is a government subsidy scheme launched by the Hong Kong Government in January 2024. It aims to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in adopting ready-to-use digital technology solutions to accelerate business digital transformation.

Requirements

01 申請資格（中小企）
  • The enterprise must be registered in Hong Kong under the Business Registration Ordinance or hold a valid Fixed-Pitch Hawker Licence.
  • The applicant enterprise must operate in the catering, retail (excluding catering), tourism, or personal services sectors, and must have substantive business operations.
  • The enterprise must employ fewer than 50 full-time employees (excluding part-time employees).
  • The enterprise must not be a company listed in Hong Kong, a statutory body, or a non-governmental organisation receiving public funding.

Under the DTSPP, funding is provided on a 1:1 matching basis. The applicant enterprise must contribute half of the total project cost, with the Government providing an equivalent amount of subsidy.The maximum funding cap available to each eligible applicant is HK$50,000.

DTSPP funding may be used for the purchase, rental, or subscription of equipment, hardware, software, and related assets required for digital transformation solutions..Please note that the above-mentioned assets must satisfy the following requirements:

  • The funded assets must be owned by the applicant enterprise.
  • All purchased, procured, or leased equipment and assets must be authorised products and must not violate any third-party intellectual property rights.
  • All risks associated with the use of the funded assets shall be borne solely by the applicant enterprise.
  • Apply for DTSPP Funding
  • Copy of the Business Registration Certificate, with the business name matching the applicant’s name (for Fixed-Pitch Hawkers, a copy of the valid Hawker Licence must be provided).
  • Copy of the Certificate of Incorporation, with the company name matching the applicant’s name.
  • A declaration document signed by a director or the company owner and affixed with the company chop. (DTSPP Funding Declaration Template available for download.)
  • Photographs demonstrating substantive business operations, such as the shop signboard and evidence of service provision or products sold.
  • Copies of utility bills (electricity, water, or gas) or a tenancy agreement for the most recent six (6) months.
  • Copies of valid licences, permits, or certificates required for the industry (see the list of eligible licences for details).

Requirements

01

Eligibility Criteria (SMEs)

  • The enterprise must be registered in Hong Kong under the Business Registration Ordinance or hold a valid Fixed-Pitch Hawker Licence.
  • The applicant enterprise must operate in the catering, retail (excluding catering), tourism, or personal services sectors, and must have substantive business operations.
  • The enterprise must employ fewer than 50 full-time employees (excluding part-time employees).
  • The enterprise must not be a company listed in Hong Kong, a statutory body, or a non-governmental organisation receiving public funding.

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Funding Amount

Under the DTSPP, funding is provided on a 1:1 matching basis. The applicant enterprise must contribute half of the total project cost, with the Government providing an equivalent amount of subsidy.The maximum funding cap available to each eligible applicant is HK$50,000.

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Funding Scope

DTSPP funding may be used for the purchase, rental, or subscription of equipment, hardware, software, and related assets required for digital transformation solutions..Please note that the above-mentioned assets must satisfy the following requirements:

  • The funded assets must be owned by the applicant enterprise.
  • All purchased, procured, or leased equipment and assets must be authorised products and must not violate any third-party intellectual property rights.
  • All risks associated with the use of the funded assets shall be borne solely by the applicant enterprise.

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Application Documents

  • Apply for DTSPP Funding
  • Copy of the Business Registration Certificate, with the business name matching the applicant’s name (for Fixed-Pitch Hawkers, a copy of the valid Hawker Licence must be provided).
  • Copy of the Certificate of Incorporation, with the company name matching the applicant’s name.
  • A declaration document signed by a director or the company owner and affixed with the company chop. (DTSPP Funding Declaration Template available for download.)
  • Photographs demonstrating substantive business operations, such as the shop signboard and evidence of service provision or products sold.
  • Copies of utility bills (electricity, water, or gas) or a tenancy agreement for the most recent six (6) months.
  • Copies of valid licences, permits, or certificates required for the industry (see the list of eligible licences for details).

Official Government Website

NITTP Training Funding Application Guide

NITTP Funding Application Form

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DTSPP Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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What expenses can the DTSPP Digital Transformation Fund be used for?

DTSPP funding may be used to cover pre-assessed items listed under the Government-designated digital solutions, including new equipment and hardware, software, and other assets related to the programme. This support helps enterprises improve operational efficiency and enhance market competitiveness.

The processing time for DTSPP applications depends on the volume of applications received and the completeness of the submitted information. Generally,it takes around two (2) months following the submission of all required and complete documentation.Applicants will receive a notification of the approval result and can also check the application status online using their application number. OneSec, with extensive experience in handling applications, can assist in expediting the process and help ensure timely approval.

Yes. Applicants may withdraw their DTSPP application at any stage prior to approval. Should the current funding round remain open, a new application may be submitted. OneSec can provide guidance to help enterprises assess whether withdrawing or optimising the application would increase the likelihood of approval.

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