The map·UAE·Accelerators & incubators

in5 Dubai

Dubai government-backed zero-equity accelerator.

What
Subsidized business licence and coworking workspace.
Who
Early-stage tech, media and design startups.
Cost
No equity — service or permission
From abroad
Open to companies from abroad — Team must be based in Dubai if the application is approved All programmes open to founders from abroad →
Status
Active

Checked · September 2026 · infive.ae · How we check ↗

In detail

in5 Dubai is an accelerator in the UAE. Dubai government-backed zero-equity accelerator. 1,000+ startups. Subsidized licenses, visas, coworking and labs for tech, media, design.

Amount
Subsidized license + workspace — no equity
Terms
No equity
Eligibility
Early-stage startups — tech, media, design
Sectors
Technology, Media, Design, Creative Industries
Benefits
  • Free zone license
  • Coworking
  • Labs
  • Visa support
Status
Active

What the source says

“No, all nationalities are welcome to submit to the in5 programme.”

infive.ae/faqs · seen September 2026

“Since 2013, we have served as an enabling platform for 500+ startups and entrepreneurs.”

infive.ae · seen September 2026

“Execute your tech, media and design ideas in our cutting-edge prototyping labs, studios and creative spaces.”

infive.ae · seen September 2026

“in5 is an enabling platform for entrepreneurs and startups, fostering innovation and helping new ideas reach the marketplace.”

infive.ae · seen September 2026

“Our fully-equipped design labs, smart labs, fashion labs, green rooms, recording studios, and filming equipment allow you to conveniently produce content, software, product prototypes, or unique apparel.”

infive.ae · seen September 2026

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All published deadlines →

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Sources

Primary source · infive.ae · LinkedIn · linkedin.com/company/in5dubai · Checked September 2026

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