SARIO is the Slovak Investment and Trade Development Agency, which helps Slovak companies establish themselves abroad while also supporting the arrival of investment into Slovakia. For smaller and medium-sized companies, three things are the most practical. Participation in international trade fairs and business missions on favourable terms, where the agency covers the organisation and part of the costs. Mediation of contacts with foreign partners and buyers, including accompanying negotiations. And advice on entering a specific market, including information on local specifics. The agency also administers investment aid for larger investment projects. The offer of events is announced on an ongoing basis with limited capacity, so it pays to follow the calendar well in advance. Applications for trade fairs and missions are submitted several months ahead, so include them in your annual plan rather than in response to a current offer.
See also: Grants for Export and Trade Fairs, Market testing before entry, Regional investment aid.
