Long-Term SMTE Special Project (Tourism Enterprise)
Jamaica
At EXIM Bank, we recognise the important contribution that members of the Tourism sector and its Linkages make in creating jobs, earning foreign exchange and in economic development. The Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) has crafted this special loan facility to enable continued growth and sustainable development.
Borrow up to J$25 million at an interest rate of 4.5% per annum with up to 5 years to repay and up to 12 months moratorium on principal payments.
The loan can be used to:
• Upgrade or Increase your room capacity
• Enhance & Expand your Attractions, Tours & Events
• Finance Infrastructure Development & Maintenance
• To finance working capital
Acceptable collateral includes all negotiable securities such as:
• Mortgages on Real Estate
• Bills of Sale on Large Saleable Serialised Equipment
• Cash Hypothecations
• Bank Guarantees
• Assignment of Receivables
FUNDS
US$500,000 - US$500,000
INTEREST RATE
12%
INDUSTRIES
Tourism
Eligibility
ANNUAL REVENUE
US$500,000 - US$500,000
REQUIRES COLLATERAL
4 YEARS
Qualifications
The SMTE Loan is open to qualified entities within the Tourism Sector, the Tourism Linkages Networks and to Manufacturers and Suppliers to Hotels. Some of the categories covered include:
• Small Accommodations
• Attractions, Domestic Tours, Bike & Car Rentals
• Gastronomy – Coffee shops & Restaurants
• Produce Suppliers to Hotels
• Shopping, Galleries
• Sports & Entertainment
• Manufacturers & Suppliers of goods & services to the tourism sector
Businesses must fall in one of the sectors/networks identified and must be in operation for at least 2 years to qualify for funding. Applicants must prove that they provide goods/services to the Tourism Sector and that 25% of their revenues are generated from services to the Sector.
Additionally, all applicants must demonstrate that the loan funds will enable their operations to contribute to the expansion of local tourism, employment and generate economic growth and sustainable development.
Documents Required
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Application Process
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Other Information
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EXIM Bank
EXIM Bank is Jamaica’s premier trade financing institution and the Caribbean’s first Export-Import Bank. It plays a fundamental role in national development by providing a wide range of financing instruments at competitive interest rates for the country’s productive sector. It aims to assist in the growth of this sector and to contribute to the development of the wider national economy.
85 Hope Road, Kingston 6
(the former Blue Cross building)
876-630-1400
or
876-618-5889
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