Consultation on the revision of the State aid guarantee notice
The Commission has launched a call for evidence on the revision of the Guarantee Notice, describing how the Commission assesses State guarantees under EU State aid rules. The revision aims to ensure that guarantee premiums are market-conform, improve coherence with other State aid rules and reduce administrative burdens for Member States.
This first update since 2008 will address issues related to effectiveness, efficiency and coherence identified in the 2022 evaluation of the Notice and reflected in the 2025 Staff Working Document. The Commission will also take into account any additional issue raised during this call for evidence and the forthcoming targeted consultation. In addition, the revision will consider the introduction of specific safeguards to prevent unintended State aid to lenders.
The Commission intends to finalise the revised Notice by June 2027. Member States’ authorities, banking and guarantee institution associations, large companies, SMEs and business associations are invited to submit their contributions by 31 March 2026.
Clayton & Segura can help you to prepare and submit your comments.