Exports have an important effect on a country's Gross Domestic Product because it increases that country's income. Increases income by selling goods or services on the foreign market. When we talk about exports, we must pay attention to the fact that if there is too much dependence on exports, it can lead to instability in the economy, and thus the conditions of the global market become unfavorable In order to understand how and why to export, it is important to research the market because it helps us to discover information about consumers, as well as non-consumers and information about the competition on the market. Also, market research allows the company to clearly define the target market, but in a way to conduct it directly with potential customers. One of the main, but also key factors in order to achieve growth, development and strengthen competitiveness is that it is necessary to enter the foreign market because it increases competitiveness and opens new markets and reduces dependence on the domestic market. The Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Croatia plays a major role in financing and providing grants, which deals with financing to encourage innovation and the creation of new technologies. Beneficiaries of grants are local and regional self-government bodies, civil society organizations, institutes, faculties, chambers, small and medium-sized entrepreneurs, etc. Support is also offered by the Ministry of the Sea, Transport and Infrastructure, the Ministry of Science and Education and the Ministry of Agriculture. Exporters obtain an incentive by submitting the necessary documentation in which the necessary conditions are met. In order for exporters to obtain incentives or support from the state, it is crucial that they apply for the tender announced by these institutions. It is very important that they submit the documentation that is required, because with this documentation, their requirements are met.