Do business in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland is an integral part of the UK, home to a host of international businesses and an ideal location for your foreign direct investment project. We offer a highly skilled experienced and adaptable workforce in a cost-competitive location and a partnership approach with government to provide advice and financial incentives.

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    A wealth of talent

    Northern Ireland boasts highly skilled, loyal and motivated people who always go the extra mile.

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    Global business partner

    We have an established track record as a global business partner, exporting to over 100 countries.

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    Business friendly

    We are one of Europe's most business-friendly regions for our size.

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    Cost competitive

    Our operating costs are, on average, 20-30% lower than the rest of the UK and Europe.

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How we can help

Invest Northern Ireland is the region's economic development agency, responsible for promoting trade and investment opportunities. Our services help potential and existing investors flourish and connect trading partners with our suppliers.

For FDI

  • Tax incentives
  • Employment & Training grants
  • Research & development grants
  • Finance investment & loans
  • Market development assistance
  • Property search, talent sourcing & business development support
  • A dedicated Invest Northern Ireland project team

For Trade

  • Connections with our world-class suppliers
  • Trade show & exhibitions
  • "Meet the Buyer" events

Contact Us

You can contact our offices in India and the Middle East and Africa directly or connect with any member of our team via LinkedIn.

Looking for other Invest NI contacts globally?

Please visit our Locations Directory

Swathi Sri
Swathi Sri
Head of India, Middle East & Africa
Sheethal Rishi
Sheethal Rishi
Regional Director, Trade and Investment
UAE, Oman, Bahrain
Helen Matheson
Helen Matheson
Regional Director, Trade and Investment
Qatar & Kuwait