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Mercia EIS - We are open
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Mercia’s EIS is a tax-efficient technology fund seeking to generate returns of 3x invested capital, including tax reliefs, over five to ten years.
We accomplish this by creating a diverse portfolio of approximately 12 companies per fund, across sectors including Software (B2B), Healthcare, Deeptech and Consumer.
By investing in companies across the UK's regions with modest capital requirements, we can buy well whilst offering our investors the best opportunities to maximise returns.
Find out more about our Mercia EIS fund:
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If you are an IFA and want to hear more about VCT and EIS, sign up to attend Mercia's Exhibition on 7th October 2025.
Key features
An EIS fund with a very long track record
Portfolio of approx. 12 companies
3x invested capital target
£25,000 minimum subscription
5-10 year holding period
Closes June, September, December and March
Investor portal access
Online EIS3s available
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Registering
After registering your email address you will receive a link via email allowing you to complete the application.
Submitting on behalf of a client
Please select whether you are applying for yourself or if you are an adviser applying on a client's behalf.
If the latter, once completed, the form will be emailed to your client where they may review and accept the agreement.
Transferring funds
Once submitted, we will confirm once the application has been approved, at which point the subscription may be sent via bank transfer using the details provided.
Following this, we will confirm receipt of funds to you and log-in details to the online Investor Centre will be sent via email to both you and the client within 5 working days.
Get in touch
Application queries & support
For any questions about the fund or support whilst submitting an application, or investor relations support, please contact enquiries@mercia.co.uk
Existing investor information
Unlocking tax benefits with EIS
EIS offers more than just investment potential. It also brings valuable tax benefits, including income tax relief, capital gains tax deferral, and inheritance tax relief. These advantages enhance the attractiveness of the investment proposition, providing investors with valuable financial incentives.
Capital gains deferral (of any size) can be made up to three years before and one year after the investment and you may defer a gain even if you have already paid the tax. Most EIS-qualifying investments attract 100% Inheritance Tax relief via Business Relief.
Explore our tax planning case studies to gain insights into the benefits that can be experienced by investors.

Case Study: Capital gains tax deferral
Cameron is a company director who originally purchased shares for £400k and has sold them for £500k: this created a taxable capital gain of £100k, and therefore a £20k capital gains tax (CGT) liability.
His financial adviser recommends an EIS to defer his capital gain, whilst also taking advantage of income tax relief. As well as the income tax relief Cameron will benefit from, he will not pay any capital gains tax on his £100k profit for many years, or even indefinitely if he continues to re-invest into EIS.

Case Study: Income tax relief
Ian is a company director who originally purchased shares for £400k and has sold them for £500k: this created a taxable capital gain of £100k, and therefore a £20k capital gains tax (CGT) liability.
His financial adviser recommends an EIS to defer his capital gain, whilst also taking advantage of income tax relief. As well as the income tax relief Ian will benefit from, he will not pay any capital gains tax on his £100k profit for many years, or even indefinitely if he continues to re-invest into EIS.
Don’t invest unless you’re prepared to lose all the money you invest. This is a high-risk investment and you are unlikely to be protected if something goes wrong. Take 2 minutes to learn more.