Open · 34Open with a condition · 37Within a region · 32Local company required · 21Nationals or residents only · 18Not stated · 89
Open — no company in the country needed · 34
Entrepreneurship World Cup (EWC) — Monsha'at × GEN
Grant · Saudi Arabia · Open
Open to companies from outside Saudi Arabia — Startups less than 10 years old as of the Global Finals; Team members at least 18 years oldSource“Startups apply globally across tracks: Idea, Early, Growth, and Artificial Intelligence”
No equity — cash prizes; no application fee
31 May 2027closes
1957 Ventures
Corporate VC · Saudi Arabia · Active
Its application form accepts HQ locations outside Saudi Arabia — check the eligibility requirements before applyingSource“HQ Location * Select location Saudi Arabia GCC (Other) Other”
Equity
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Al Dhow Capital
VC fund · Kuwait · Active
Open to companies from outside KuwaitSource“We don't believe in geographical boundaries; innovative entrepreneurs can be anywhere.”
Equity
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Alajlan Family Office
Angel network · Saudi Arabia · Open
Open to companies from outside Saudi Arabia — MENAP focusSource“We focus on the MENAP region, but we've invested in startups in over 18 countries across different continents”
Equity
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Alchemist Doha
Accelerator · Qatar · Open
Open to companies from outside QatarSource“Alchemist Doha invests in enterprise tech startups across Qatar, the MENA region and emerging markets.”
Equity
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AngelSpark
Angel network · UAE · Active
Open to companies from outside the UAESource“AngelSpark is a community of builders, investors, executives, and other good humans supporting founders around the world.”
Equity
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B Capital
VC fund · Qatar · Active
Open to companies from outside QatarSource“We empower entrepreneurs to think bigger. Scale faster. Grow global.”
Equity
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CBB FinTech Regulatory Sandbox
Government · Bahrain · Active
Open to companies from outside Bahrain — Regulatory Sandbox Framework eligibility criteria; BD 100 non-refundable application feeSource“The Sandbox is open to both existing CBB licensees (financial institutions with FinTech initiatives) and other companies (both local and foreign)”
No equity — service or permission
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CDL-Doha
Accelerator · Qatar · Closed
Open to companies from outside QatarSource“Companies from around the world can apply to any of CDL's 17 locations across 10 countries.”
No equity for participation
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Create AI Agents Championship (Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy)
Grant · UAE · Open
Open to companies from outside the UAE — UAE residents and international participants interested in expanding into the regionSource“This is a global competition open to all UAE residents and international participants interested in expanding into the region.”
No equity — grant; free to enter
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DAAL Ventures
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Open to companies from outside Saudi ArabiaSource“DAAL Ventures invests in the most promising Tech Innovative opportunities around the world with focus on Emerging Markets.”
Equity — venture capital
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Disrupt.com
Accelerator · UAE · Open
Open to companies from outside the UAESource“We build globally and our founders build from wherever they are. Dubai is home base, and you are always welcome, never required.”
Equity — shared equity, terms by track and stage
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Dubai Future Foundation
Government · UAE · Closed
Open to companies from outside the UAESource“The Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence, an initiative of the Dubai Future Foundation, is inviting global and local AI companies to participate in the second cycle of the 'Future of AI in Government Services'…”
Terms not published
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Emirates NBD Innovation Fund
Corporate VC · UAE · Active
Open to companies from outside the UAESource“Through our Corporate Venture Fund, we are continually exploring opportunities, both regionally and globally.”
Equity — strategic stake
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Fintactics Ventures
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Open to companies from outside Saudi Arabia — Fintech startups, pre-seed to early Series ASource“We partner with local and international disruptive fintech start-ups from around the world to accelerate growth and localize technology for the purpose of solving problems within the Kingdom and MENA region.”
Equity
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inspireU by stc
Accelerator · Saudi Arabia · Active
Open to companies from outside Saudi ArabiaSource“Beyond the GCC, startups from around the world have found in our programs a powerful launchpad into Saudi Arabia, where international founders are equipped to make their mark.”
Terms not published — grants listed as benefits
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Keiretsu Forum MENA
Angel network · UAE · Active
Open to companies from outside the UAESource“Our objective is to connect local and international angel investors to local start-ups – as well as international start-ups, and to benefit from the business-friendly infrastructure provided by the governments in MENA.”
Equity
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Leo Capital
VC fund · UAE · Active
Open to companies from outside the UAESource“No warm introduction required - a great company can come from anywhere.”
Equity
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NEOV — NeoVentures (SNB)
Corporate VC · Saudi Arabia · Active
Open to companies from outside Saudi ArabiaSource“Localizing Global Startups into KSA”
Equity
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Newlab Riyadh — Mining Innovation Studio
Accelerator · Saudi Arabia · Active
Open to companies from outside Saudi ArabiaSource“This public-private initiative aims to attract top talent and startups from around the world to develop, test, and scale new technologies in KSA”
Targeted investments
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Nour Nouf Ventures
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Open
Open to companies from outside Saudi ArabiaSource“Nour Nouf Ventures proudly invests in impact ventures across regions, with a global reach and a commitment to impact Sustainable Development Goals.”
Equity
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Qatar Financial Centre (QFC)
Government · Qatar · Active
Open to companies from outside QatarSource“companies from across the globe have chosen QFC as their preferred platform to establish their presence in the Middle East and drive global impact.”
No equity — service or permission
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Qatar FinTech Hub Accelerator
Accelerator · Qatar · Active
Open to companies from outside QatarSource“Looking for companies: in Emerging Technologies, Digital Lending, FinTech, InsurTech, WealthTech, Open Banking located in Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Australia/NZ, Caribbean, Eastern Europe, Europe, Middle East, North…”
Terms not published
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QFC Digital Assets Lab
Government · Qatar · Open
Open to companies from outside QatarSource“a virtual environment where forward-thinking local and international firms come together to explore blockchain, tokenisation and digital asset innovation”
No equity — regulatory pathway
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SandStorm VC
Angel network · UAE · Active
Open to companies from outside the UAESource“no limits, soon incl lunars and martians”
Equity or convertible loan, $50K–$500K
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Sharjah Business Angels Network (SBAN)
Angel network · UAE · Active
Open to companies from outside the UAESource“Access a curated pipeline of vetted local and international startups seeking early-stage funding and strategic guidance within the MENA region.”
Equity — angel stake
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SIC - SIDF Investment Company
State equity · Saudi Arabia · Active
Open to companies from outside Saudi ArabiaSource“We partner with local and international businesses to provide capital and expertise, helping them scale, innovate, and contribute to the Kingdom's economic diversification”
Equity
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Special Economic Zone at Duqm (SEZAD)
Government · Oman · Active
Open to companies from outside OmanSource“Foreign investors can establish projects without the need of local partner in the project.”
No equity — service or permission
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Speedinvest
VC fund · Qatar · Active
Open to companies from outside QatarSource“Investing in pre-seed, seed and growth-stage companies across Europe and beyond, our mission is to turn bold ideas into category-defining companies that drive global innovation — together.”
Equity
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Suhail Ventures
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Open to companies from outside Saudi ArabiaSource“While we invest globally, we offer strategic access and support for startups aiming to expand into the Middle East.”
Equity
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tali ventures
Corporate VC · Saudi Arabia · Active
Open to companies from outside Saudi ArabiaSource“Regional and global investment opportunities”
Equity
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The Garage
Accelerator · Saudi Arabia · Active
Open to companies from outside Saudi ArabiaSource“الكراج وجهة الشركات الناشئة السعودية والعالمية في مختلف المجالات التقنية”
Not published — workspace and facilities free of charge
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VentureSouq (VSQ)
VC fund · UAE · Active
Open to companies from outside the UAESource“VentureSouq (VSQ) is a MENA-based venture capital fund manager with a global portfolio.”
Equity
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WISE EdTech Accelerator
Accelerator · Qatar · Closed
Open to companies from outside QatarSource“The Accelerator is agnostic to geography, with past cohorts including ventures from both developed and developing countries.”
Terms not published
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Open, with a stated condition · 37
Omantel Innovation Labs
Accelerator · Oman · Open
Open to companies from abroad — Non-Omani startups must have an executable Omani angle; The accelerator page’s selection criteria ask for startups founded in Oman and currently operating within Oman and the MENA regionSource“The Omantel Accelerator Program is open to all startups from Oman and outside, provided that non-Omani startups have an executable Omani angle.”
Not published; investment not guaranteed
9 Jan 2027closes
QSTP Incubation
Accelerator · Qatar · Open
Open to companies from abroad — Must conduct R&D and product development at QSTP (Qatar); Sprint track requires roughly 4 weeks of in-person participation in Doha (accommodation and workspace provided)Source“Local or international science and technology companies”
Equity — 1.5%, deferred SAFE-style, on entering Incubation
28 Feb 2027closes
Antler MENAP
Accelerator · Saudi Arabia · Open
Open to companies from abroad — Full-time, in-person residency in Dubai (Spring) or Riyadh (Fall); Founders arrange their own visasSource“Founders are responsible for arranging and coordinating their own visas. Both Saudi Arabia and the UAE offer convenient tourist visa options for most nationalities - please check what the specific requirements are for…”
Equity — about 11% via SAFE
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Azal Innovation Program (Doha Design District / Msheireb Properties)
Corporate VC · Qatar · Closed
Open to companies from abroad — Solutions must be able to be demonstrated, tested, piloted or deployed in Msheireb Downtown DohaSource“Azal is open to everyone, subject to applicable laws and organizer requirements: startups and entrepreneurs, companies, universities and research teams, creatives and practitioners.”
Terms not published
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Bahrain FinTech Bay
Accelerator · Bahrain · Active
Open to companies from abroad — Tech-enabled startup; Operating in or entering BahrainSource“Local, regional, or international companies operating in or entering Bahrain”
Terms not published
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Bahrain Investment Market (BIM)
Support · Bahrain · Active
Open to companies from abroad — Closed Shareholding Company in Bahrain or equivalent; Minimum paid-up capital BHD 50,000 or equivalentSource“Applicant must be established or converted to a Closed Shareholding Company in the Kingdom of Bahrain or its equivalent in any other jurisdiction”
Equity — at least 10% free float
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Catalyst
Accelerator · UAE · Active
Open to companies from abroad — Must set up / establish the company in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi to expand into the MENA regionSource“Global (with a mandate to setup the company in Masdar City to expand the business to MENA region)”
Convertible — converts to equity
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CMA FinTech Lab (ExPermit)
Government · Saudi Arabia · Open
Open to companies from abroad — Applicant, including foreign companies, must establish a legal entity in the Kingdom (Saudi Arabia) to commence the FinTech activitySource“the applicant - Including foreign companies- must establish the legal entity in the Kingdom to start commencing the FinTech activity.”
No equity — service or permission
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Endeavor MENA + Catalyst
Support · UAE · Active
Open to companies from abroad — Main operations or HQ must be based in an Endeavor market; Diaspora members of an Endeavor market are also invited to connectSource“Your main operations or HQ are based out of an Endeavor market.”
Terms not published
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EthisX (Ethis Investment Platform)
Support · Oman · Open
Open to companies from abroad — Companies incorporated in Oman; companies and projects from outside Oman only selectivelySource“We offer fundraising for companies incorporated in Oman and selectively, companies and projects from outside Oman.”
Equity or P2P financing; success fee 3–12% of funds raised
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Falak Flagship Program
Accelerator · Saudi Arabia · Dormant
Open to companies from abroad — must be Saudi-based, or committed to expanding into/targeting the Saudi market (a 'Soft Landing to Saudi' track exists for companies establishing local operations)Source“You're in Saudi or Targeting Saudi”
Equity
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Finspire
Accelerator · Saudi Arabia · Closed
Open to companies from abroad — International ventures selected for the program are expected to establish the appropriate Saudi legal presence; Finspire is not the right fit for ventures unable to commit to operating and scaling from Saudi Arabia; Finspire is not designed as a remote-only accelerator, and fully remote participation is not acceptedSource“Finspire is open to Saudi founders, international fintech teams, and KFUPM-affiliated founders”
Equity via SAFE, capped at 5%
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Homegrown Ventures
VC fund · UAE · Open
Open to companies from abroad — MENA and India, GCC at the core; $2–10M net revenueSource“We also selectively review exceptional brands beyond these regions.”
Equity
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Hub71
Accelerator · UAE · Open
Open to companies from abroad — At least one founder of accepted startups expected to relocate long-term and build a team in Abu DhabiSource“To benefit from the programme and the Abu Dhabi ecosystem, at least one founder of the start-ups accepted to the Access Programme is expected to move to Abu Dhabi.”
Equity — via SAFE note
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in5 Dubai
Accelerator · UAE · Active
Open to companies from abroad — Team must be based in Dubai if the application is approvedSource“No, all nationalities are welcome to submit to the in5 programme.”
No equity — service or permission
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Intelak
Accelerator · UAE · Active
Open to companies from abroad — Aviation, travel or tourism tech; Implementation in Dubai; Accelerator: growth-stage with at least 2 full-time team membersSource“Your start-up can be based in any geographic location, but see a strategic fit in implementing your solution In Dubai”
No equity — grant
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KAUST Innovation Ventures
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Open
Open to companies from abroad — Must be operating in, incorporated in, or willing to relocate to Saudi ArabiaSource“Operating in, incorporated in, or willing to relocate to Saudi Arabia.”
Convertible notes and equity
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KAUST University
Government · Saudi Arabia · Open
Open to companies from abroad — Must be operating in, incorporated in, or willing to relocate to Saudi ArabiaSource“Operating in, incorporated in, or willing to relocate to Saudi Arabia.”
Equity or convertible note
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KDIPA
Government · Kuwait · Active
Open to companies from abroad — Applicant must go through KDIPA's 4-step investment licensing procedure (Proposal, Business Plan, Application and Decision, Issue) to obtain a Kuwait investment licenseSource“Enabling 100% Foreign Ownership in Businesses”
No equity — service or permission
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Kjøller
VC fund · UAE · Active
Open to companies from abroad — primarily Denmark, also Dubai and the rest of the UAESource“At Kjøller, we ourselves invest in a wide variety of companies, primarily in Denmark, but also in Dubai and the rest of the UAE.”
Investment terms not published
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MASNA Ventures
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Open to companies from abroad — Technology manufactured in Saudi ArabiaSource“providing the private-sector capital to scale proven U.S. and allied defense technologies into local manufacturing in Saudi Arabia.”
Equity
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MBRIF
Loan · UAE · Active
Open to companies from abroad — Company must be UAE-based or willing to become UAE-based; Guarantee Scheme states it allows applications from any nationalitySource“All innovative companies that are UAE-based or willing to be based in the UAE and want to create businesses of the future should apply!”
No equity — loan guarantee
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MISA — Ministry of Investment
Government · Saudi Arabia · Active
Open to companies from abroad — Foreign companies must obtain MISA investment registration to establish a legal entity in Saudi ArabiaSource“The Ministry of Investment shall issue registration for legal entities (foreign companies) and individuals holding the Special Residency Permit.”
No equity — service or permission
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OQ Accelerator Programme (OQX)
Accelerator · Oman · Active
Open to companies from abroad — Available to take part in programme activities in Muscat, Oman; The Pre-Accelerator track is only for Omani start-upsSource“Global Applications: Applicants can apply from anywhere in the world for the Accelerator track, while the Pre-accelerator track is exclusively for Omani start-ups.”
Equity terms not published
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Oraseya Capital
VC fund · UAE · Active
Open to companies from abroad — Startups must have an existing tie to Dubai and the UAE ('UAE-centric')Source“UAE-centric: we support startups with an existing tie to Dubai and the UAE”
Equity
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Orbit Ventures (formerly Orbit Startups)
Accelerator · Saudi Arabia · Closed
Open to companies from abroad — Startups aim to build a nexus in MENA through Saudi Arabia; Founders required to be present in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia during Weeks 1-4 and Weeks 8-12 of the 4-month batchSource“Founders are required to be present in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia during Weeks 1-4 and Weeks 8-12 of the accelerator batch.”
Equity
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Premium Residency — Entrepreneur Track
Government · Saudi Arabia · Active
Open to companies from abroad — Entrepreneur licence from the Ministry of Investment; An investment round of at least SAR 400,000 from an investor accredited by the Center (category 1) or SAR 15 million (category 2); Applicant holds at least 20% (category 1) or 10% (category 2) of the companySource“يستهدف هذا المنتج رواد الأعمال والمبتكرين الراغبين بالعمل على تطوير القطاعات المختلفة في السعودية.”
No equity — one-time fee SAR 4,000
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QCB FinTech Regulatory Sandbox
Government · Qatar · Active
Open to companies from abroad — To operate in Qatar after the test, a QCB licence within three monthsSource“Graduated successfully from a Regulatory Sandbox in another jurisdiction. Licensed in a different jurisdiction.”
No equity — service or permission
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Scale7 — Creative and Cultural Industries Hub
Accelerator · Qatar · Active
Open to companies from abroad — Must be established or plan to be established as a Qatari entity during the program (stated for both the Pre-Acceleration Program and the Acceleration Program)Source“Must be established or plan to be established as a Qatari entity during the program.”
Milestone-based equity possible
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Sheraa
Accelerator · UAE · Active
Open to companies from abroad — Presence in the UAE required for onboarding, demo days and showcase opportunities; Must obtain a business license in Sharjah for at least two yearsSource“You are required to obtain a business license in Sharjah for at least two years.”
No equity — grant
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Snoonu Startup Factory
Accelerator · Qatar · Open
Open to companies from abroad — Register an entity anywhere in the GCC, or be willing to; In person at Snoonu HQ in Doha full-time ("Do I need to be in Doha full-time? Yes. The program is in-person at the Snoonu HQ. We help with relocation logistics.")Source“Registered or willing to register your entity anywhere in the GCC.”
Terms not published
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Startup Qatar
Government · Qatar · Active
Open to companies from abroad — Establish or expand operations in QatarSource“START: Startups launching in Qatar: This category targets entrepreneurs with a Proof of Concept (PoC) or Minimum Viable Product (MVP) who seek funding to establish operations in Qatar”
Terms not published
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Startup Qatar AI Compute Credits
Support · Qatar · Active
Open to companies from abroad — Planning to relocate or expand to Qatar in the near term; Founders or core tech team currently or planned to be based in QatarSource“The initiative supports Qatar-based startups, and those planning to relocate/ expand to Qatar in the near-term, to grow globally from a competitive digital and AI ecosystem by lowering infrastructure barriers for…”
No equity — in-kind support
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Startup Qatar Investment Program
State equity · Qatar · Open
Open to companies from abroad — Must establish or expand operations in QatarSource“The Startup Qatar Investment Program, powered by QDB, aims to attract tech startups to establish or expand operations in Qatar.”
Equity
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TAQADAM
Accelerator · Saudi Arabia · Closed
Open to companies from abroad — International startups must have a realistic, clear and obtainable plan to expand to Saudi Arabia within one year of the programme starting date.Source“Yes, however, we have a condition for international startups to have a realistic, clear and obtainable plan to expand to Saudi Arabia within the span of one year from the program starting date.”
No equity — grant
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The Utopia Studio
Accelerator · Qatar · Open
Open to companies from abroad — The minimum in-person commitment in Doha is smallSource“We accept applications from anywhere in the world.”
Bespoke equity; up to USD 1M option in first two rounds
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VMS
Accelerator · Saudi Arabia · Active
Open to companies from abroad — startup must operate/expand into the Saudi market as part of the programmeSource“dedicated to empowering MENA entrepreneurs and international startups to thrive in the Saudi market”
Terms not published
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Open within a region · 32
100 Ventures
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Open
Within the region: Saudi Arabia, GCC and MENA foundersSource“An early-stage venture firm from Saudi Arabia, backing the founders building the next century of the GCC and MENA”
Equity
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212
VC fund · UAE · Active
Within the region: Founders from Emerging Europe, Nexus markets or the global diaspora; B2B techSource“We back founders from Emerging Europe and Nexus, and the global diaspora with the ambition to build category-defining companies”
Equity
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2Pi Ventures
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Within the region: GCC & MENA first, global when it fitsSource“GCC & MENA first, global when it fits”
Equity
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500 Global Saudi
Accelerator · Saudi Arabia · Closed
Within the region: Must be a tech startup with an MVP; Must be focused on/serving the MENA regionSource“Focused on the Middle Eastern and North African region (MENA)”
Equity — direct stake taken
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500 Global UAE
Accelerator · UAE · Closed
Within the region: MENA-focused startups (Middle East and North Africa)Source“Focused on the Middle Eastern and North African region (MENA)”
Equity; Phase 1 programme fee US$35,000
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Amplify Growth Fund
Loan · UAE · Active
Within the region: Region: MENA with a focus on the GCC; selected global businesses expanding into the region; Preferred: GCC nexus, VC-backed, >$5M revenueSource“Our target region is MENA with a focus on the GCC, but can selectively partner with global businesses looking to expand into our region.”
Loan with warrants — no equity round
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BECO Capital
VC fund · UAE · Active
Within the region: Region: Gulf and broader Middle EastSource“Since 2012, BECO Capital has invested in founders building technology companies across the Gulf and the broader Middle East.”
Equity
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Dubai Angel Investors (DAI)
Angel network · UAE · Active
Within the region: MENASource“Is your business active in the MENA region?”
Equity
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Dubizzle Group Ventures
Corporate VC · UAE · Open
Within the region: GCC-focused startupsSource“fast-growing early stage GCC focused startups”
Equity
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Fast Foundry (FAST Ventures)
Corporate VC · UAE · Open
Within the region: Early-stage startups across Saudi Arabia and MENASource“Fast Foundry is investing up to US$3m in early stage start ups across Saudi Arabia and MENA.”
Equity
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Fikr Ventures
VC fund · UAE · Open
Within the region: Building for MENASource“We're looking for bold founders building the future of education in MENA.”
Equity
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Growth Catalyst
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Within the region: GCC (85% primary emphasis on Saudi Arabia, 15% broader GCC)Source“Primary emphasis on Saudi Arabia (85%), with selective allocation across the broader GCC (15%), focused on industrials, healthcare, food, education, renewables, consumer & entertainment, and technology.”
Equity
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GrowthX Capital
VC fund · Qatar · Active
Within the region: Startups in the GCC, MENA and beyond, pre-seed to Series ASource“GEOGRAPHY GCC, MENA and beyond”
Equity — direct investment stake
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HALA Capital
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Within the region: GCC, Egypt and JordanSource“Operates Across GCC, Egypt & Jordan”
Equity
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Jasoor Ventures
VC fund · UAE · Active
Within the region: Early-stage technology startups in the Middle East, North Africa or TurkeySource“Jasoor Ventures backs early stage technology startups across the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey”
Equity
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Joa Capital
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Within the region: MENA regionSource“A private market investor focused on investing in high-growth technology businesses in Saudi Arabia and the MENA region”
Equity or debt
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Khwarizmi Ventures
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Within the region: GCC regionSource“Khwarizmi Ventures is a Saudi-based VC firm investing in early-stage startups with proven traction in the GCC region.”
Equity
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MEVP
VC fund · UAE · Active
Within the region: MENATP (Fund IV); MENAT (Fund III); MENA (Funds I & II) — mevp.com/fundsSource“Our investments have been instrumental in creating more than 73,000 jobs, predominantly in developing countries across the MENATP region.”
Equity
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Modus Capital
VC fund · UAE · Active
Within the region: GCC, Egypt, Levant; US/EU companies portable to the Middle EastSource“Our MENA Fund I primarily invests in GCC countries, Egypt, and the Levant, as well as US/EU-based companies that are portable to the Middle East.”
Equity — tickets from $50K to $5M by stage
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Nama Ventures
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Within the region: MENA (Middle East and North Africa)Source“committed to backing high-growth, tech-enabled startups across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA)”
Equity
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OQAL Angel Investors Network
Angel network · Saudi Arabia · Active
Within the region: MENA regionSource“Yes, you can apply to OQAL as we invest in opportunities and startups from across MENA; however, we focus on companies that aspire to expand and service the Saudi Market”
Equity
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Phaze Ventures
VC fund · Oman · Active
Within the region: GCC and North AmericaSource“Backing early-stage B2B AI and deeptech founders across the GCC and North America.”
Equity
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Plus VC
VC fund · UAE · Active
Within the region: Region: MENA - teams from or based in the MENA regionSource“We seek teams from or based in the MENA region driven by execution”
Equity
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QIC Digital Venture Partners
Corporate VC · Qatar · Active
Within the region: MENA from Morocco to Oman; occasionally Africa, Europe, US and Asia when it fits the strategySource“We cover MENA from Morocco to Oman, but are open occasionally to Africa, Europe, US and Asia, when it fits our strategy.”
Equity — 5 to 15% ownership target
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RAED Ventures
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Within the region: MENA regionSource“We are investing in early stage companies in MENA region.”
Equity
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Riyadh Angel Investors (RAI)
Angel network · Saudi Arabia · Open
Within the region: MENASource“Riyadh Angel Investors (RAI) is an angel investing group that includes veterans from a diverse set of sectors in the Saudi economy whom can provide unique value to startups in MENA through their deep expertise and…”
Equity
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Shorooq Partners
VC fund · UAE · Active
Within the region: Region: MENA (Middle East and North Africa)Source“Shorooq was created to unlock the potential of new ideas and businesses in the MENA region.”
Equity
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Taz Investment
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Within the region: Founders in Saudi Arabia and the MENA regionSource“Taz Investment is a venture capital and growth-focused investment firm backing bold founders and transformative businesses across Saudi Arabia and the MENA region.”
Equity
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Tech Invest Com
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Open
Within the region: MENASource“Tech Invest Com is a closed stock Saudi company with committed capital of 1B SAR that invests in MENA-based tech startups in the growth stage.”
Equity
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The Radical Fund
VC fund · Qatar · Active
Within the region: Southeast Asia — fund materials name Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and MalaysiaSource“We are an early-stage VC fund, investing in founders who are delivering climate resilience for Southeast Asia.”
Equity
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TiE Women MENA
Grant · UAE · Active
Within the region: Female-founded or co-founded startups, women co-founder(s) with at least 33%; Licensed companies registered on or after 1 Jan 2019Source“UAE | EMIRATI | SAUDI ARABIA | EGYPT | REST OF MIDDLE EAST”
No equity — cash prize
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Zain Great Idea (ZGI)
Accelerator · Kuwait · Open
Within the region: region ("across the region"); the live registration form's Country of Residence field lists Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, UAE, Iraq and JordanSource“For 15 years, Zain Great Idea has been backing passionate Kuwaiti founders with bold ideas. Now open to entrepreneurs from across the region”
Terms not published
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A company in the country is required · 21
Central Bank of Oman — FinTech
Government · Oman · Active
A company in Oman is required — Foreign company must obtain a Commercial Registration in Oman in order to applySource“A foreign company that is not based in Oman and does not have any activities here must therefore obtain a Commercial Registration in order to apply to the FRS.”
No equity — service or permission
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EGA Ramp-Up (Emirates Global Aluminium)
Corporate VC · UAE · Closed
A company in the UAE is required — UAE-based start-upsSource“Supporting UAE-based founders as they progress their journey towards entrepreneurship”
Terms not published
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Emirates Growth Fund (EGF)
State equity · UAE · Open
A company in the UAE is required — Headquartered in the UAE; Over AED 10 million annual revenueSource“The company must be headquartered in the UAE and play a strategic role in the national economy.”
Equity — growth equity, AED 10–50M
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Expo City Dubai Foundation — Changemakers Academy
Grant · UAE · Closed
A company in the UAE is required — UAE-based aspiring entrepreneurs; Idea stage, social, environmental or humanitarian missionSource“UAE based aspiring entrepreneurs”
Grant
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Future Fund Oman
Government · Oman · Open
A company in Oman is required — Projects and investments based in Oman; SME lending: registered and operating in the Sultanate of Oman, with Omani partners owning at least 50%; SME programmes dedicated to SME card holders onlySource“The Fund covers projects and investments based in Oman which adhere to the following criteria:”
Equity or debt — up to 40% stake on project track
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HBKU Entrepreneurship
Accelerator · Qatar · Active
A company in Qatar is required — Established in Qatar or in the process of registration; open to QF members, priority for companies founded or led by Qatari nationalsSource“Open to QF members, with priority for companies founded or led by Qatari nationals. Companies must be established in Qatar or in the process of registration.”
Terms not published
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Industrial Bank of Kuwait
Loan · Kuwait · Active
A company in Kuwait is required — Kuwaiti national, or a company established under Kuwaiti Companies LawSource“You must be a Kuwaiti national, or a company established under Kuwaiti Companies Law.”
No equity — concessional loan, repayable
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ITHCA Group
VC fund · Oman · Active
A company in Oman is required — Company must be incorporated in Oman (stated as a direct-investment requirement)Source“ITHCA Group does not directly invest in foreign companies, it regularly engages in joint investment with well-established foreign companies to jointly invest in Oman's ICT sector.”
Equity
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Jada Fund of Funds
Fund of funds · Saudi Arabia · Active
A company in Saudi Arabia is required — For fund managers, not startups: a clear commitment to investing in Saudi Arabia and a Saudi deal pipelineSource“Fund managers with a Vision 2030-aligned thesis, a proven track record, a clear commitment to investing in Saudi Arabia and a Saudi deal pipeline”
Indirect — invests in funds, not startups
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Media City Qatar
Government · Qatar · Open
A company in Qatar is required — Entity must hold a Media City Qatar licence; the licence itself allows 100% foreign ownership; The Qatar Screen Incentive is limited to Qatari entities (including SPVs) licensed by Media City QatarSource“The incentive program is applicable only to entities licensed by Media City Qatar.”
No equity — incentives for licensed entities
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NEOM Level Up (Gaming Accelerator)
Accelerator · Saudi Arabia · Closed
A company in Saudi Arabia is required — Must be a Saudi-based game development studio; By the Acceleration Phase must have LLC commercial registration, VAT registration, and a business bank accountSource“Open to Saudi-based game development studios”
Terms not published
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NTDP — National Technology Development Program
Grant · Saudi Arabia · Open
A company in Saudi Arabia is required — Saudi commercial registration at least one year old; Supported employee must be a Saudi national in a technical roleSource“An updated and valid commercial registration, with the company being at least one year.”
No equity — grant
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Numu Angels
Angel network · Saudi Arabia · Open
A company in Saudi Arabia is required — Startup must be headquartered in Saudi Arabia (listed investment criterion)Source“المقر الرئيسي في السعودية”
Equity — angel stake
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Oman Development Bank
Loan · Oman · Active
A company in Oman is required — Form asks for an Omani commercial registration number; Project location chosen from Omani governorates; Form in Arabic onlySource“رقم السجل التجاري”
Loan — repayable
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OTF Scale (Oman Future Fund)
VC fund · Oman · Open
A company in Oman is required — Build in Oman or be willing to incorporate in Oman; Omani founders abroad who come home to buildSource“Founders building in Oman, founders willing to incorporate here, and Omani founders currently abroad who want to come home to build.”
Equity — minority stake
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QDB Credit Guarantee Program (formerly Al-Dhameen)
Loan · Qatar · Open
A company in Qatar is required — Qatari-registered or Qatar-based companySource“The application must be submitted under a Qatari-registered or Qatar-based company.”
No equity — loan guarantee
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QSTP Tech Venture Fund
VC fund · Qatar · Active
A company in Qatar is required — Headquartered in Qatar, with a core part of the operation, leadership team and workforce based locallySource“Startup must be headquartered in Qatar with a core part of the operation, leadership team, and workforce based locally.”
Equity — co-investment alongside lead VC
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RDIA — Saudi Innovation Grants
Grant · Saudi Arabia · Closed
A company in Saudi Arabia is required — Saudi small and medium enterprises, or university researchers in the Kingdom working with SMEsSource“Empowering Saudi Small and Medium Enterprises to Deliver Innovative Solutions for National Challenges”
No equity — ownership retained
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SME Fund (Bahrain)
Loan · Bahrain · Active
A company in Bahrain is required — Must hold an active Commercial Registration (CR); Must be operating in Bahrain; At least 2 years of operationsSource“small and medium-sized enterprises operating in Bahrain across various productive and service sectors”
No equity — Sharia-compliant debt
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Tamkeen
Grant · Bahrain · Active
A company in Bahrain is required — Bahrain-based with an active CR/license (operating under 3 years); or, without a CR/license, must have a prototype and at least one Bahraini founderSource“Bahrain-based startups with an active CR or license and operating for less than 3 years; OR Startups without CR or license can apply if they have a prototype and at least one Bahraini founder”
No equity — grant
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Terminal 11
Support · Oman · Closed
A company in Oman is required — The accelerator in France is for Omani startups in the growth stage; strong English proficiency is prioritisedSource“Designed for high-potential Omani startups to validate their products in the EU market and build partnerships and potential clients through the program.”
Workspace from OMR 40/month; programme terms not published
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Nationals or residents only · 18
Fintech Saudi - Makken
Support · Saudi Arabia · Open
Nationals or residents of Saudi Arabia — Registered in Saudi Arabia with majority Saudi ownership; Approval, permission or licence to operate from SAMA or CMASource“Have a majority Saudi ownership”
No equity — subsidised services
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Flat6Labs Riyadh
Accelerator · Saudi Arabia · Closed
Nationals or residents of Saudi Arabia — Applicants must be residing in any city in KSASource“Applicants must be residing in any city in KSA.”
Equity — direct stake taken
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KFH FinTech Hub (Kuwait Finance House)
Corporate VC · Kuwait · Open
Nationals or residents of Kuwait — Kuwaiti company (terms and conditions on the page: Kuwaiti, 1 year established, commercially licensed, MVP)Source“Kuwaiti.”
Terms not published
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Khalifa Fund
Loan · UAE · Active
Nationals or residents of the UAE — 100% owned by UAE nationals; legally established and operating in the Emirate of Abu DhabiSource“Be 100% owned by UAE nationals.”
No equity — loan, repayable
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Mohammed Bin Rashid Fund for SME (The Fund)
Loan · UAE · Open
Nationals or residents of the UAE — 100% UAE-national ownership and management; The project should be based in Dubai.; Applicant should be +21 years old.; Minimum 20% financial contribution by the applicantSource“Projects/businesses should be 100% owned and managed by UAE national(s).”
No equity — loan, repayable; at least 20% own contribution
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Nama Center — Social Incubator
Accelerator · Qatar · Open
Nationals or residents of Qatar — Qatari nationals and residents of Qatar (translation of the Arabic target-group line)Source“رواد الأعمال الفعليون والمحتملون (قطري ومقيم)، من أصحاب المشاريع (الاقتصادية والاجتماعية ) ومن الجنسين.”
Terms not published
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National Fund — SME Financing
Loan · Kuwait · Open
Nationals or residents of Kuwait — Kuwaiti citizen; Age 21 or older; Project capital not above KWD 500,000Source“To be a Kuwaiti citizen, of age not less than 21 years”
Loan — interest-free, one-time 2% fee; partners add 20%+
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Princess Nourah University – University Startup Accelerator
Accelerator · Saudi Arabia · Active
Nationals or residents of Saudi Arabia — Students, recent graduates, staff and faculty of Saudi universitiesSource“University students and recent graduates from Saudi universities”
Terms not published
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QDB Direct Financing (Initial Working Capital)
Loan · Qatar · Open
Nationals or residents of Qatar — Ownership of a Qatari citizenSource“Submit the application under the ownership of a Qatari citizen (Qatari Identity Card).”
Loan — return rate up to 5%
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QDB Istithmar - SME Equity
State equity · Qatar · Active
Nationals or residents of Qatar — Qatari-owned operational company with active Qatari involvement in managementSource“Qatari-owned operational company; Active Qatari involvement in management”
Equity — QDB takes under 50% stake
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QDB Ithmar
State equity · Qatar · Active
Nationals or residents of Qatar — Qatari-based companies, Qatari individuals and teams with active Qatari involvementSource“Ithmar supports Qatari-based companies, Qatari individuals, teams with active Qatari involvement, and founders, who should be over the age of 18”
Convertible — Musharaka converts into shares
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Riyada — ASMED
Government · Oman · Active
Nationals or residents of Oman — Omani citizen; SME owner registered with the AuthoritySource“The applicant must be an Omani citizen.”
Loan — up to 10 years after up to two years' grace
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Riyadat - Women Business Finance Scheme
Loan · Bahrain · Open
Nationals or residents of Bahrain — Owned and fully managed by a Bahraini woman, based in Bahrain; companies need 51% or more Bahraini women's share capitalSource“Your business is owned and fully managed by a Bahraini woman and based in Bahrain.”
No equity — Sharia-compliant debt
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Ruwad — Sharjah Foundation to Support Pioneering Entrepreneurs
Loan · UAE · Active
Nationals or residents of the UAE — Project wholly owned by UAE nationals; Project based in the emirate of Sharjah; Project not older than 3 yearsSource“أن يكون المشروع مملوكاً بالكامل لمواطني دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة.”
No equity — interest-free loan
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Social Development Bank (SDB)
Loan · Saudi Arabia · Open
Nationals or residents of Saudi Arabia — Applicant must be a Saudi national aged 21 to 65 who owns 100% of the projectSource“The applicant must be of Saudi nationality.”
No equity — 9% administrative fee, 2% annual service fee
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StartUp Bahrain
Support · Bahrain · Active
Nationals or residents of Bahrain — Must be Bahrain-based with an existing Commercial Registration (CR); At least one founder must hold Bahraini nationality; Must demonstrate an MVP, scalability potential, and relevance to local/regional marketsSource“Have at least one Bahraini founder.”
Terms not published
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Strategic Development Fund (SDF)
Corporate VC · UAE · Active
Nationals or residents of the UAE — 51% Emirati owned and managed; Defense & security, aviation, oil and gas, autonomous systems; Capex and working capital AED 10M–60MSource“The company should be based in the UAE”
Equity — direct stake taken
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Zubair Enterprises Development Centre (Zubair EDC)
Support · Oman · Open
Nationals or residents of Oman — Membership for Omani entrepreneursSource“Zubair EDC has opened its membership to Omani entrepreneurs to provide them with various benefits, including:”
Terms not published
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Not stated on the programme’s site · 89
KFAS Applied Research Grant
Grant · Kuwait · Open
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
No equity — grant
15 Dec 2026closes
KFAS Young Researcher Grant
Grant · Kuwait · Open
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
No equity — grant
15 Dec 2026closes
Agility Ventures
Corporate VC · Kuwait · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
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Ajeej Capital — Cabrit Venture Fund I
VC fund · UAE · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)
Equity
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Al Fardan Ventures
Corporate VC · UAE · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)
Equity
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Al Jabr MENA (aljabr)
Accelerator · Oman · Open
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)Source“Accepting applications from pre-seed and seed stage companies”
Equity
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Bahrain Development Bank
Government · Bahrain · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Loan — repayable
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BIM Ventures
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Terms not published
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Boursa Kuwait Emerging Companies Market (ECM)
Support · Kuwait · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Terms not published
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Builders VC
VC fund · Qatar · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
Bunat Ventures
VC fund · UAE · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)
Equity — direct stake taken
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CBK Wolooj Innovation Hub
Government · Kuwait · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
No equity — programme support
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CBK Wolooj Regulatory Sandbox
Government · Kuwait · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
No equity — service or permission
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CODE — Center of Digital Entrepreneurship
Accelerator · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)
Terms not published
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Coded Academy
Accelerator · Kuwait · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Terms not published
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Constructor Capital
VC fund · UAE · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
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Core Vision Investment
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)Source“Whether you're a founder seeking capital, an investor looking to join our network, or a service provider eager to collaborate — we'd love to hear from you.”
Equity
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Cultural Development Fund (CDF)
Grant · Saudi Arabia · Closed
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
No equity — grant
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DEEP Pioneers (QRDI)
Accelerator · Qatar · Open
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Terms not published
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Deerfield Management
VC fund · Qatar · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Across the capital structure
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Doha Tech Angels
Angel network · Qatar · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
Dtec (Dubai Silicon Oasis)
Support · UAE · Closed
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)
SAFE — $150,000 via Sandbox ($110K cash + $40K fee)
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Emirates Development Bank (EDB)
Loan · UAE · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
No equity — repayable finance
—
Empower by Boubyan (Boubyan Bank)
Corporate VC · Kuwait · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)
Terms not published
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Faith Capital
VC fund · Kuwait · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
Falak Angels (Angel Space)
Angel network · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
Finjan Investments
Angel network · Qatar · Open
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)Source“Country or Region * Select Country”
Equity — angel stake
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FinTech Development Grant (QFTH)
Grant · Qatar · Open
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
No equity — co-funding
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Flat6Labs Bahrain
Accelerator · Bahrain · Closed
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Terms not published
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Founders Circle Capital
VC fund · Qatar · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
Global Ventures
VC fund · UAE · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)
Equity
—
Greycroft
VC fund · Qatar · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
Hope Fund / Hope Ventures
VC fund · Bahrain · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
Human Capital
VC fund · Qatar · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
iMENA Holding
Support · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Terms not published
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Industrial Business Accelerator (Industrial Innovation Academy)
Accelerator · Oman · Open
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Terms not published
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InspireU Bahrain
Accelerator · Bahrain · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Terms not published
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Invest Qatar
Government · Qatar · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
No equity — service or permission
—
Investors Mine
Angel network · Saudi Arabia · Open
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
Ion Pacific
VC fund · Qatar · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
Jeddah Angels
Angel network · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
KFUPM × DTV Postdoctoral Startup Fellowship Program
Grant · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)
Milestone-based startup equity funding
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Knowledge Oasis Muscat
Government · Oman · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
No equity — service or permission
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LAB7 (Aramco)
Corporate VC · Saudi Arabia · Open
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)Source“Where is the startup incorporated?”
Equity — minority stake
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Liberty City Ventures
VC fund · Qatar · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
Masdar City Free Zone
Government · UAE · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
No equity — service or permission
—
MCIT — Ministry of Communications
Government · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Terms not published
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Misk Foundation
Grant · Saudi Arabia · Closed
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
No equity — grant
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Natural Ventures
VC fund · UAE · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
No Boring Tech — NBT Holdings (formerly Arzan VC)
VC fund · Kuwait · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)
Equity
—
NQubator
Accelerator · UAE · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)
Equity
—
Oman Startup Hub
Accelerator · Oman · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Terms not published
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Phoenix Venture Partners
VC fund · UAE · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
Primal Capital
VC fund · UAE · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
Qatar Development Bank
Government · Qatar · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Terms not published
—
Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ)
Government · Qatar · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
No equity — service or permission
—
QRDI Qatar Open Innovation (QOI)
Grant · Qatar · Closed
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Funding per challenge — equity terms not published
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Rasmal Ventures
VC fund · Qatar · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
Riyadh Valley Company (RVC)
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
Rua Growth Fund
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
Rubix Holding — Pitch & Invest (Rubix Studio)
Corporate VC · Qatar · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)
Investment terms not published
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RZM Investment
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
SABIC Ventures
Corporate VC · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
Sadu Capital
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)
Equity
—
Salica Oryx Fund
VC fund · UAE · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)
Equity — direct stake taken
—
SAMA FinTech Sandbox
Government · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
No equity — service or permission
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Scopeer
Support · Saudi Arabia · Open
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)Source“تساعد سكوبير في سد فجوة التمويل أمام المنشآت الصغيرة والمتوسطة والمطورين العقاريين”
Equity or debt — terms set per campaign
—
SEEDRA Ventures
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)
Equity
—
Sharaka Capital
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
Sharakah (Fund for Development of Youth Projects)
State equity · Oman · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity — exit within 6 years
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SHIFT Innovation Center Riyadh
Government · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)
No equity — service or permission
—
SIDF Promising Factories Initiative (soft loans)
Loan · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)Source“Entrepreneurs who graduate from Industrial Incubators.”
No equity — soft loan
—
SME Bank (Small and Medium Enterprise Bank)
Loan · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)Source“Micro Enterprises Revenues 0 - 3,000,000 SAR”
Loan — repayable
—
SRMG Ventures
Corporate VC · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)Source“Our submission process is open and available to you throughout the year.”
Equity
—
Stride Ventures
Loan · UAE · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Loan — repayable, 6 to 18 months
—
STV
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
Sukna Ventures
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity
—
Takamol Ventures
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)
Equity
—
Tenmou
Angel network · Bahrain · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)
Equity
—
The Greenhouse — Chalhoub Group Startup Studio
Corporate VC · UAE · Open
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)Source“Fill out the form to get in touch with our team.”
Equity
—
The Taken Seat
VC fund · Kuwait · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)
Equity — direct stake taken
—
TVM Capital Healthcare
VC fund · UAE · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)
Equity
—
twofour54
Government · UAE · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
No equity — service or permission
—
UAE Golden Visa — Entrepreneur
Government · UAE · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
No equity — residency permission
—
Venturewave Capital
VC fund · UAE · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)Source“Apply to Raise Funds”
Equity
—
Vision Ventures
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity or convertible note
—
Wa'ed Ventures
Corporate VC · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked October 2026)
Equity — direct stake taken
—
Wadi Jeddah
VC fund · Saudi Arabia · Active
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
Equity — via VC/PE fund
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Zayed Sustainability Prize
Grant · UAE · Closed
Not stated on the programme’s site (checked September 2026)
No equity — prize money
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How this list is made
For every programme with an application link we read what its own website or application form says about applicants from outside the country, and quote that sentence here and on the programme’s page. “Open” means the source says so in as many words. A condition is the source’s own — relocating, incorporating after selection, a local partner. “Not stated” means the site says nothing either way: ask before you apply. Investors and angel networks are listed by where they say they invest.
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