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EDC — Buyer financing
Financing support for international buyers
Latest source updateLast Update: July 8, 2026Latest change: The Buyer financing page now shows eligibility guidance, application steps, contact options, and financing ranges up to $10 million and $10–$25 million.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 8, 2026
Latest change: The Buyer financing page now shows eligibility guidance, application steps, contact options, and financing ranges up to $10 million and $10–$25 million.
Buyer financing details added
The Buyer financing page now presents a full program overview instead of only a generic loan listing. It adds eligibility guidance for Canadian exporters and foreign buyers, including criteria tied to revenue, deal size, credit, and ESG factors, plus a contact phone number and inquiry form. The page also now shows financing ranges up to $10 million and $10–$25 million, and outlines a new process: share contract details, confirm eligibility, then secure funding.
Funding available
$ 25,000,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Buyer financing helps Canadian exporters support international customers with a loan or guarantee, with up to $25 million available through EDC or a financial partner. It helps close more international contracts, improve cash flow, and offer extended payment terms without taking on risk.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Access new markets
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 10,000,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Giving international customers access to capital through a loan or guarantee.
Documents Needed
- Export contract
- Buyer information
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian exporters with at least $10 million in annual revenue.
- Businesses selling Canadian goods or services valued at $1 million or more.
Who is not eligible
- Buyers cannot apply directly for financing from EDC.
How to apply
- Share contract details by sending EDC your export contract and buyer information.
- EDC confirms eligibility by assessing the deal and your buyer’s details; for smaller deals, a financial partner may manage the buyer relationship with EDC support, while EDC works directly with your buyer on larger deals.
- If approved, your buyer gets the financing and you get paid upfront.
Processing and Agreement
- EDC assesses the deal and the buyer’s details to confirm they meet program requirements.
- For smaller deals, a financial partner may manage the buyer relationship with EDC support.
- For larger deals, EDC works directly with the buyer.
- Processing time depends on the size and complexity of the deal; smaller guarantee transactions can move relatively quickly, while larger direct loans may take longer because of required due diligence.
- If approved, the buyer receives the financing and the exporter is paid upfront.
Additional information
- Buyer financing can be used on multiple deals.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the EDC — Buyer financing Program
What is the EDC — Buyer financing?
Buyer financing helps Canadian exporters support international customers with a loan or guarantee, with up to $25 million available through EDC or a financial partner. It helps close more international contracts, improve cash flow, and offer extended payment terms without taking on risk.
How much funding can be received?
EDC — Buyer financing Funds up to $25,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the EDC — Buyer financing program?
To be eligible for the EDC — Buyer financing program, you must:
Be a Canadian exporter with at least $10 million in annual revenue
Sell Canadian goods or services valued at $1 million or more
Need support to increase export capacity
What expenses are eligible under EDC — Buyer financing?
Giving international customers access to capital through a loan or guarantee.
Who can I contact for more information about the EDC — Buyer financing?
You can contact Export Development Canada (EDC) or by phone at 1-800-229-0575.
Where is the EDC — Buyer financing available?
The EDC — Buyer financing program is available across Canada.
Is the EDC — Buyer financing a grant, loan, or tax credit?
EDC — Buyer financing is a Loans and Capital investments