EGLCC® Certification and Registration Process
Welcome to the first continental Europe-wide certification standard for LGBTIQ businesses
Following global standards and best practices in Europe and North America, the EGLCC is now the first certifying body for LGBTIQ small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the European continent.
Become EGLCC® Certified
Get your business on the radar of corporate buyers. EGLCC® Certification confirms your company is LGBTIQ-owned, -managed, and -controlled, giving buyers the confidence to engage with you.
With EGLCC® Certification, you can:
- Stand out as a trusted minority-owned supplier
- Connect with corporate procurement teams
- Access new growth opportunities
Certification Eligibility
To qualify for EGLCC® Certification, your business must meet all the following criteria:
- Legally based and operating in continental Europe.
- At least 50.1% ownership and management control by one or more LGBTIQ individual(s).
- Ability to provide the required formal documentation.
General Information
- Official Recognition: EGLCC® Certification comes with a certificate confirming your status as a European LGBTIQ-owned, -managed, and -controlled business.
- Certification Fee: A non-refundable processing fee of €180 applies for new applications and recertifications, valid for three years.
Benefits of EGLCC® Certification
- Your business Profile in the EGLCC® Database of European LGBTIQ Businesses, accessible to corporate partners.
- Proactive introductions to corporate partners, matchmaking, and showcasing opportunities.
- Direct local, regional, and European-level referrals to member corporations.
- Invitations to exclusive industry and advocacy events.
- Promotion of your business via EGLCC social media and email campaigns.
- Invitations to regional and European events, both virtual and in-person.
- Access to EGLCC newsletters and email campaigns featuring special opportunities.
- Discounted or complimentary access to selected EGLCC and partner events.
Who is not eligible for EGLCC® Certification? Non-governmental organizations (NGOs), non-profit organizations (NPOs), and businesses based or operating outside continental Europe, including the UK, are not eligible for EGLCC® Certification.
Barriers to Becoming EGLCC® Certified?
We understand that some LGBTIQ businesses may not meet the criteria for EGLCC® Certification. To make our network accessible, we offer EGLCC® Registration. EGLCC® Registration gives you access to the EGLCC Business Network and includes your business in the EGLCC® Database of European LGBTIQ Businesses.
Eligibility & General Info:
- Legally based and operating in continental Europe
- Any percentage of ownership and management control by LGBTIQ individual(s)
- No written confirmation of status
- No registration fee
Why Apply?
EGLCC® Certification gives LGBTIQ SMEs in continental Europe independent verification of their status as diverse suppliers. This strengthens your position in inclusive supply chains and helps corporate and public sector buyers track and report spending with diverse suppliers.
How to Apply?
Please complete the application form below. If you are eligible for the EGLCC® European LGBTIQ Business Certification, our team will reach out to confirm your interest and proceed with the due diligence process.
The unified EGLCC® Certification and Registration Application (hereinafter referred to as the “Application”) collects the necessary information about LGBTIQ-owned and -operated businesses (hereinafter referred to as “businesses”) wishing to benefit from association with other LGBTIQ company owners within the EGLCC network, multinational companies, and other business development organizations.