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Startup Qatar Investment Program

Equity funding and relocation support for tech startups expanding to Qatar

From the Xiry library · Updated 10 October 2026

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Startup Qatar Investment Program is a government initiative run by Qatar Development Bank (QDB) and Invest Qatar. It provides equity-based funding alongside operational subsidies to attract international tech startups looking to establish a presence in the country. Startups receive capital in milestone-based tranches along with visa and workspace support in exchange for equity and local operations.

What it's for

  • Fund a seed-stage tech startup with an established MVP or proof of concept
  • Scale a growth-stage company by opening regional operations in Qatar
  • Secure subsidized housing, co-working space, and entrepreneur visas for a founding team

Features

  • Up to $1.1M in equity funding for seed-stage startups
  • Up to $5.5M in equity funding for growth-stage startups with 3+ years in business
  • Milestone-tied capital disbursement in tranches
  • Fast-tracked entrepreneur visas for founders and key team members
  • Fee waivers and operational setup assistance in Qatar
  • Subsidized housing and local co-working spaces

Pricing

Equity-based investment; requires company equity and local operational presence.

Details

Type
Website
Category
Business & Money
Topic
Startup Funding
Open source
No
Platforms
Web
For
Tech startup founders looking to expand into the Middle East
Alternative to
Hub71, Flat6Labs
Tags
funding, startups, investment, venture capital, qatar, grants

Why it was saved

  • @jonathan.mischke, 9 October 2026: Provides up to $1.1M for seed-stage startups with an MVP/POC and up to $5.5M for growth-stage companies (3+ years), alongside entrepreneur visas, fee waivers, subsidized housing, and co-working spaces.

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