Government-Backed · Since 2016

Every Kosovo
business
deserves a yes.

KCGF provides credit guarantees to MSMEs across Kosovo — absorbing lending risk so that banks can unlock capital for businesses that need it most.

€1.04B
Loans Facilitated
21,847
Businesses Backed
7
Guarantee Windows
Who We Are

The fund behind
Kosovo's boldest
businesses.

KCGF is a government-backed financial institution that provides credit guarantees to MSMEs across Kosovo — through partnerships with banks and microfinance institutions. We absorb lending risk so businesses that can't normally qualify for loans can access the financing they need.

Think of us as the bridge between Kosovo's most promising businesses and the capital they deserve.

Our Mission & Values
Vision

Universal access to finance

Every MSME in Kosovo, regardless of size or sector, deserves access to the capital they need to grow.

Mission

Reduce risk. Unlock capital.

By guaranteeing a portion of each loan, KCGF absorbs the risk that prevents banks from lending to early-stage businesses.

Additionality

Greater economic impact

Every KCGF guarantee creates economic impact beyond the transaction — jobs, exports, and lasting enterprise growth.

Our Programs

Guarantee
Windows.

Seven tailored programs designed for every sector of Kosovo's economy. Up to 80% coverage on every guarantee.

Standard Window
01

Standard Window

Comprehensive guarantees for established MSMEs seeking growth capital across all sectors.

Details
Agro Window
02

Agro Window

Support for agricultural enterprises, from farming to agri-processing. Seasonal flexibility built in.

Details
GROW Window
03

GROW Window

Enhanced coverage for high-growth enterprises expanding operations and workforce across Kosovo.

Details
Diaspora Investment Window
04

Diaspora Window

Linking Kosovo Diaspora capital to investment back home.

Details
Export Window
05

Export Window

International trade guarantees for Kosovo exporters growing globally.

Details
Women in Business Window
06

Women in Business

Dedicated solutions for women-led enterprises across all sectors.

Details
Start-Up Window
07

Start-Up Window

Early-stage guarantees for new Kosovo businesses on day one.

Details
Eligibility Tool

Is your business eligible?

Calculate your potential guarantee amount instantly. Find out which window fits your business — in under 2 minutes.

  • Up to 80% risk coverage per guarantee
  • Bank response within 48 hours
  • Simplified process — no extra collateral
  • 7 tailored windows for every sector

Calculate Your Guarantee

KCGF guaranteed amount: €0
Impact by the Numbers

Our impact
in Kosovo.

From Prishtina to Prizren, KCGF guarantees have created real economic opportunity — jobs, exports, and businesses that didn't exist before.

€0

Business loans facilitated

€0

Approved guarantees portfolio

0

Total loans supported since inception

0

Businesses supported in 2024 alone

8

Partner financial institutions across Kosovo

80%

Maximum guarantee coverage per loan

Impact in Action

Success Stories.

All stories
Story 1
+40%
Capacity expanded
Manufacturing · Standard Window

From loan rejection to 30 new jobs

"Thanks to KCGF, we expanded our facility by 40% and hired 30 new staff. What felt impossible became the defining chapter of our business."

AK
Arben Krasniqi
CEO — Textile Manufacturing Kosovo
Story 2
+200%
Production scale-up
Agriculture · Agro Window

A family farm became a regional exporter

"The Agro Window transformed our family farm into a regional exporter. We never imagined this scale was possible."

SG
Shqiponja Gashi
Owner — Organic Farms Kosovo
Story 3
2→18
Employees, and growing
Services · Women in Business

From 2 employees to 18 in two years

"KCGF made it possible to start my company and grow beyond what I thought was possible for a woman entrepreneur in Kosovo."

DM
Dita Morina
Founder — Green Services Kosovo
Stay Informed

Latest News.

All news
News 1
Green Economy March 12, 2025

KCGF launches new Green Economy Guarantee Product

A new guarantee product targeting sustainable investments across Kosovo's SME sector, backed by KfW Development Bank.

Read article
News 2
Impact Report February 8, 2025

Q4 2024 Impact Report: Record Growth in MSME Support

KCGF achieved €523M in guarantee coverage, helping 7,800+ businesses access the capital they needed.

Read article
News 3
Partnership January 24, 2025

Two new financial institutions join KCGF partner network

KCGF expands its reach, bringing guaranteed lending products to more regions across Kosovo.

Read article
Our Partners & Donors
Financial Institution Partners
ProCredit Bank Kosovo Raiffeisen Bank Kosovo TEB Bank NLB Bank Kosovo Banka Ekonomike KFW Microfinance KEP Trust ProPariti Fund
Donors & Development Partners
KfW EIF USAID Swiss Dev Coop EBRD