RTH Budget

When Will You Actually Receive Your RTH Funding?

One of the most common questions companies ask is:  “When will the RTH funding arrive?”

This may surprise some of you. RTH Funding Is Reimbursement‑Based. The RTH program does not pay the talent’s salary upfront.

Instead, you must:

1. Pay the talent’s salary first and pay the MPF of the last month (it needs to show up in the bank transaction first)

2. Submit your progress report

3. Complete the required evaluation, i.e. interview schedule and carried out. Interview is about the company, the talent and the project

4. Wait for it to be approved

5. Receive reimbursement only after approval

This means you need to plan your cash flow carefully. If you expect the funding to arrive immediately after hiring, you may face unexpected financial pressure.

Progress Reporting Happens Only Every 6 Months

This is the part many companies overlook.

You can only submit your progress report once every six months.
That means:

• Even if your evaluation is completed early,

• Even if your documentation is ready,

• Even if your talent has already started working,

You cannot request reimbursement until the next reporting window.

This timing alone can delay your reimbursement by several months if you’re not prepared.

Understanding Your Reimbursement Timeline

Your actual reimbursement period depends on:

• When your 6‑month reporting window opens

• When your evaluation is completed

• When your progress report is submitted

• How long the program takes to process your claim

A small misunderstanding here can easily cost you thousands of dollars — or delay your reimbursement by half a year.

Why a Short Consultation Can Save You Money

If you’re unsure about:

• Your reimbursement timeline

• Your reporting window

• Your documentation

• Or how to avoid delays

A consulting session can prevent costly mistakes.

A small investment of your time can save you:

• Months of waiting

• Incorrect submissions

• Cash flow stress

• Lost funding

A Final Note

I hope this helps you understand how the RTH reimbursement cycle really works — especially the impact of the 6‑month reporting schedule. If you’re still uncertain about your timeline or want to avoid avoidable delays, scheduling a consulting session is one of the smartest steps you can take.