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What Is the Enterprise Investment Scheme?
The Enterprise Investment Scheme (EIS) is a UK Government-backed initiative designed to encourage private investment into early-stage and high-growth UK companies.
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EIS Investmnent
Introduced in 1994, EIS allows eligible investors to receive a range of tax reliefs in exchange for investing in qualifying UK businesses.
EIS is intended to:
Support entrepreneurial growth
Encourage innovation
Increase access to growth capital
Reward investors for taking higher risk
Capital is at risk. Tax reliefs depend on individual circumstances and may change.
How EIS Investment Works
When you invest under EIS:
You subscribe for new shares in a qualifying UK company.
The company uses the funds to grow its business.
You hold the shares for a minimum of 3 years.
You may benefit from tax reliefs and potential capital growth.
EIS investments are typically long-term and illiquid.
What Companies Qualify for EIS?
To qualify, companies must meet HMRC criteria, including:
UK permanent establishment
Gross assets under £15m before investment
Fewer than 250 full-time employees
Carrying out a qualifying trade
Not listed on a recognised stock exchange
HMRC approval is required before tax relief can be claimed.
Key Characteristics of EIS
Higher-risk investments
Early-stage or growth-focused businesses
Minimum 3-year holding period
Long-term exit horizon (often 5–7+ years)
No guarantee of returns
EIS is not a deposit account and is not capital protected.
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Regulatory and Risk Disclosure
EIS investments are high risk. Capital is at risk and you may lose some or all of your investment. Tax reliefs depend on individual circumstances and may change. These investments are long-term and illiquid. Independent financial advice is recommended.
EIS investments are not covered by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme in relation to investment performance.
The information contained on this website is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any investment or to engage in any investment activity.
EIS Investment is not authorised or regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) unless expressly stated otherwise. Any investment opportunities referenced on this website may only be available to eligible or sophisticated investors and may be subject to restrictions under applicable law.
No reliance should be placed on the information contained on this website for the purposes of making an investment decision. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. The value of investments and any income generated may go down as well as up, and investors may not receive back the amount originally invested.
Prospective investors should seek independent legal, financial, and tax advice before making any investment decision.
EIS Investment does not accept liability for any loss or damage arising from the use of, or reliance on, the information contained on this website, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
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Important Compliance Information
The information on this website is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, a financial promotion, or an offer to invest in any specific product or structure. Investments in EIS Investment may only be available to eligible investors and may be subject to restrictions.
Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. The value of investments and the income derived from them may go down as well as up, and investors may not get back the full amount invested. Prospective investors should seek independent legal, tax, and financial advice before making any investment decision.