Music Australia Export Development Fund: International Professional and Artistic Development (Category 2)

The Export Development Fund is a matched funding partnership between the Australian Government and the Australian music industry. Category 2 supports practising contemporary music artists to develop their practice through international professional and artistic activity. Matched funding must be at least equal to the grant you request.

What it supports: official showcase performances not combined with other touring, co-writing sessions, songwriting camps, overseas recording, engaging an international producer, international residencies or fellowships, trade fairs, conferences and forums, premieres of commissioned compositions, overseas lectures, and confirmed business meetings for self-managed artists. Eligible costs can include artist and creative worker fees, flights, accommodation, per diems, ground transport, travel insurance and visas.

Who can apply: Australian citizens or permanent residents who are practising contemporary music artists. You can submit one application per round. Activity must take place outside Australia and outside your country of residence, unless the activity has to happen in your home country for access reasons. - Key details: Applications close Tuesday 1 December 2026, 3pm AEDT.

Activity must start between 1 April and 30 June 2027, and be completed within 12 months. You must attach evidence of matched funding to your support material. In-kind contributions and other government grants cannot count. Capital expenditure, international relocation, album and merchandise manufacture, and passport costs are not eligible. You must be registered in the application system at least two business days before closing, so register by Friday 27 November 2026. Notification in early March 2027. Contact: Music Australia, musicaustraliagrants@creative.gov.au.

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