COMPANY OVERVIEWThe EIS Finder overview01DISCOVER. COMPARE. UNDERSTAND.The EIS Finder overview
Who we are, what we do and a clear introduction to EIS and SEIS.
A clearer view of EIS & SEIS. Start with the essentials ↗
BRITISH ENTERPRISE. BROADER POSSIBILITIES.
Tax-efficient investing.
Found. Compared.
Understood.
Your destination for EIS and SEIS. Learn how the schemes work, understand the risks and request a conversation with our team.
Capital at risk. Tax relief depends on individual circumstances.
YOUR DESTINATION FOR EIS & SEIS
A clearer view.
A considered approach.
Learn the essentials.
Start a conversation.
Explore your next steps.
DISCOVER · UNDERSTAND · CONNECT
30%Potential EIS income tax relief
50%Potential SEIS income tax relief
EIS + SEISTwo schemes. One destination.
One place.A clearer view of the landscape
THE UK ENTERPRISE LANDSCAPE
A market built
on enterprise.
Official UK scheme statistics for 2024/25. Published by HMRC in May 2026.
£1,575mRaised through EIS
£276mRaised through SEIS
33,220EIS investors claiming relief
11,200SEIS investors claiming relief
UK market figures, not EIS Finder users, clients or fundraising. Investor counts cover Self Assessment claims. EIS and SEIS investor totals may overlap. View the HMRC release ↗
THE SCHEMES, SIDE BY SIDE
Two routes.
A clearer distinction.
Explore the headline differences. The tax treatment of a real investment depends on your circumstances and the relevant conditions.
EIS30%Potential income tax relief
Potential income tax relief on eligible investment. This is not a return or a guarantee.
| What to compare | EIS | SEIS |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Qualifying growing companies | Qualifying seed-stage companies |
| Income tax relief | 30% | 50% |
| Annual investor limit | £1m; £2m with qualifying knowledge-intensive investment | £200,000 |
| Minimum tax holding period | At least 3 years | At least 3 years |
| Access to capital | Illiquid; no guaranteed exit | Illiquid; no guaranteed exit |
| Potential loss | All capital invested | All capital invested |
Headline comparison only. Check current HMRC guidance ↗
A PERSONAL CONVERSATION
Private access.
Thoughtful next steps.
Company-specific materials are not published on this website. Existing clients and prospective investors can request a conversation with the EIS Finder team.
Tell us your investor category and the information you need. Our team reviews each request before considering any further communication.
Request private access ↗THE BIGGER PICTURE
Enterprise, with
a different perspective.
EIS and SEIS offer conditional tax reliefs to encourage investment in qualifying companies. Understand how each part fits.
30 / 50%
Income tax relief
Qualifying investments may attract 30% relief under EIS or 50% under SEIS, subject to your tax liability and the scheme conditions.
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Capital gains tax relief
Gains on qualifying shares may be exempt if the required income tax relief is retained and the minimum holding period is met.
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CGT deferral
EIS can allow an eligible existing capital gain to be deferred. Tax can become payable when the deferral ends.
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Loss relief
Eligible losses, after income tax relief already received, may be offset against income. Your investment can still be lost.
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Back British enterprise
Explore companies building new products, technologies and services across the UK economy.
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A long-term perspective
Understand the business, the people and the risks. There may be no ready market for your shares.
Tax information is general and conditional. Official HMRC guidance ↗
UNDERSTAND THE NUMBERS
Clarity before
commitment.
Tax relief is one part of the picture. It matters just as much to understand the company, its plans and the possibility of losing your capital.
EIS income tax relief
On eligible investment30%
On eligible investment30%
SEIS income tax relief
On eligible investment50%
On eligible investment50%
Minimum tax holding period
Actual investment horizons can be much longer3+ years
Actual investment horizons can be much longer3+ years
ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY
Put the relief in perspective.
Explore a simple income tax and total-loss illustration.
Assumes full eligibility, sufficient tax liability, relief retained and a total loss qualifying for income loss relief. Excludes fees, timing and other reliefs. Figures above scheme limits are capped for this illustration. Not tax advice or a guarantee. Read HMRC guidance ↗
A SIMPLE START
From curiosity
to a clearer view.
01
Explore
Start with a clear introduction to EIS and SEIS.
02
Understand
Read the guides and learn how reliefs and risks work.
03
Compare
Consider the differences between the schemes and their risks.
04
Connect
Prepare an enquiry and discuss your next steps with the team.
YOUR NEXT STEPS
Clarity starts
with a conversation.
A personal point of contact for questions about EIS and SEIS.
Already a client?
Request contact from the team using the email address we already hold for you. Existing client status does not automatically authorise access to investment materials.
Existing client enquiry ↗THE EIS FINDER LIBRARY
Clarity to
take with you.
Our branded guides bring the essentials into focus. Leave your details to access your complimentary PDF.
Explore all downloads ↗COMPANY OVERVIEWThe EIS Finder overview01DISCOVER. COMPARE. UNDERSTAND.SCHEME GUIDEEIS & SEIS essentials02DISCOVER. COMPARE. UNDERSTAND.EIS & SEIS essentials
Scheme comparisons, potential reliefs and worked examples in one concise guide.
RESEARCH CHECKLISTQuestions before you invest03DISCOVER. COMPARE. UNDERSTAND.Questions before you invest
A structured checklist for reviewing a company and its investment terms.
THE KNOWLEDGE EDIT
A little knowledge.
A broader outlook.
01EISBasics / THE KNOWLEDGE EDIT
What is EIS?
Start here if the Enterprise Investment Scheme is new to you. Follow the journey from subscribing for shares to understanding why both business quality and tax conditions matter.
Inside this guide
- How a share investment works
- Company and investor conditions
- The documents to keep
A practical foundation before you explore the detail.
Read the full guide ↗02SEISBasics / THE KNOWLEDGE EDIT
SEIS explained
A closer look at the earliest stages of enterprise. Understand the different uncertainties of seed-stage businesses and the conditions behind the scheme’s headline relief.
Inside this guide
- What seed-stage funding supports
- Runway and future funding
- Conditional relief and holding periods
Understand the business stage as well as the tax label.
Read the full guide ↗03%Tax / THE KNOWLEDGE EDIT
EIS & SEIS tax benefits
Separate the subscription amount, potential relief and capital at risk. Explore worked illustrations and see how income tax and eligible loss relief interact in a total-loss case.
Inside this guide
- Income tax and capital gains treatment
- Worked calculator and visual breakdown
- Cash flow, claims and eligibility
Numbers explained with assumptions clearly visible.
Read the full guide ↗CONVERSATIONS THAT MATTER
Learn with the
EIS community.
Explore topics for future investor briefings, from scheme essentials to understanding a company’s funding journey.
No events are currently scheduled.
Enquire about future briefings ↗GOOD QUESTIONS
Start with
understanding.
A few answers to help you explore with a clearer perspective.
All frequently asked questions ↗What is EIS Finder?
We provide EIS and SEIS educational information and a way to request contact from our team.
Does tax relief protect my investment?
No. EIS and SEIS shares can lose all of their value. Tax relief is conditional and may be unavailable or withdrawn. It does not make an investment safe.
Can I sell after three years?
The minimum tax holding period is not an exit date. Unlisted shares may be difficult or impossible to sell and can remain illiquid for many years.
Does HMRC approve the investment?
Advance assurance concerns certain scheme conditions based on supplied information. It does not endorse the business, guarantee a return or confirm every investor’s tax eligibility.
How do I access a guide?
Choose a guide in the download centre and complete the short form. Your download becomes available immediately after a successful submission. You do not need to opt into marketing.
THE NEXT CHAPTER
Find your next starting point.
Explore the landscape, understand the detail and make informed decisions about British enterprise.
Early-stage investments are high risk and illiquid. You could lose all of your investment. Always seek independent advice.