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Application timeline and requirements
Hub71 is currently accepting applications for Cohort 21. The current deadline is February 2027, and the programme starts in September 2027.
Timelines for Cohort 21
Application review: if you apply before the deadline, our sourcing and selection team will review your application by April 2027 . You should be receiving feedback about the status of your application within 3 months of applying.
Selection rounds:
Round 1: Application review
Round 2: Hub71 team meets shortlisted founders
Round 3: Hub71 partners meet shortlisted founders
Round 4: Final selection committee
Programme: Hub71’s 12-month programme starts in September 2027
Applications
Applications do not close after the deadline: if you apply after the mentioned deadline related to a cohort, you will be considered for the next cohort.
If you apply before the mentioned cohort deadline, you will be hearing back from the Hub71 team before the application review deadline mentioned in section 1 ends.
During round 3, we invite relevant partners from our community to attend the sessions and be part of the evaluation process.
Selected startups
Startups onboarded to the program will receive: AED 250,000 worth of flexible incentives that can be utilized with a range of service providers, and AED 250,000 in cash in exchange for equity through a SAFE note.
High-performing startups committed to Abu Dhabi are eligible to receive a top-up of AED 250,000 in exchange for additional equity by the end of the one year program.
Requirements
Startups should fill all required fields in the application form
Pitch deck in PDF format highlighting the following main sections:
Problem, solution, value proposition, and business model
Competition, market, traction, and funds raised
Founders / Founding team
Plans for Hub71 and Abu Dhabi
At least one founder is expected to commit to relocating long-term and building a team out of Abu Dhabi
Steps
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Application submission
Complete an application form with an overview of your startup, the problem you are addressing, the solution, your product, and business model.
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Pitch presentations
If your application is successful, you will be invited to the next stage, where you will be asked to deliver a series of pitch presentations to the Hub71 team and some of the tech ecosystem’s investment, corporate and government partners. Startups will be evaluated on their team, the market opportunity, and their growth plans.
3
Final selection
After a rigorous four-stages selection process, Hub71 will select a cohort of startups to join its vibrant ecosystem.
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Get the support you need to take your business to the next level in Abu Dhabi. Our Access Program offers a comprehensive support package and a route into the UAE capital’s marketplace. The benefits include in-kind and cash incentives and access to our vibrant community of capital and corporate partners, and mentors.
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PRE-SEED TO SERIES A
Access Programme
Are you an established startup seeking investment opportunities and hoping to gain a foothold in Abu Dhabi so you can scale your business?
Our Access Programme offers a comprehensive support package and a route into the UAE capital’s marketplace. The benefits include in-kind and cash incentives and access to our vibrant community of capital and corporate partners, and mentors. You'll also be enrolled in our 3-month guided track, powered by Techstars where you'll gain access to their mentors, ensuring tailored advice to accelerate your growth.
Startups
onboarded to the programme will receive: AED 250,000 worth of in-kind incentives in the form of support services, and AED 250,000 in cash for exchange for equity through a SAFE note. High-performing startups are eligible to receive a top-up of up to AED 250,000 in exchange for additional equity, upon completion of the programme or after one year.
Apply Now
Timeline
Application timeline and requirements
Hub71 is currently accepting applications for Cohort 21. The current deadline is February 2027, and the programme starts in September 2027.
Timelines for Cohort 21
Application review: if you apply before the deadline, our sourcing and selection team will review your application by April 2027 . You should be receiving feedback about the status of your application within 3 months of applying.
Selection rounds:
Round 1: Application review
Round 2: Hub71 team meets shortlisted founders
Round 3: Hub71 partners meet shortlisted founders
Round 4: Final selection committee
Programme: Hub71’s 12-month programme starts in September 2027
Applications
Applications do not close after the deadline: if you apply after the mentioned deadline related to a cohort, you will be considered for the next cohort.
If you apply before the mentioned cohort deadline, you will be hearing back from the Hub71 team before the application review deadline mentioned in section 1 ends.
During round 3, we invite relevant partners from our community to attend the sessions and be part of the evaluation process.
Selected startups
Startups onboarded to the program will receive: AED 250,000 worth of flexible incentives that can be utilized with a range of service providers, and AED 250,000 in cash in exchange for equity through a SAFE note.
High-performing startups committed to Abu Dhabi are eligible to receive a top-up of AED 250,000 in exchange for additional equity by the end of the one year program.
Requirements
Startups should fill all required fields in the application form
Pitch deck in PDF format highlighting the following main sections:
Problem, solution, value proposition, and business model
Competition, market, traction, and funds raised
Founders / Founding team
Plans for Hub71 and Abu Dhabi
At least one founder is expected to commit to relocating long-term and building a team out of Abu Dhabi
Steps
1
Application submission
Complete an application form with an overview of your startup, the problem you are addressing, the solution, your product, and business model.
2
Pitch presentations
If your application is successful, you will be invited to the next stage, where you will be asked to deliver a series of pitch presentations to the Hub71 team and some of the tech ecosystem’s investment, corporate and government partners. Startups will be evaluated on their team, the market opportunity, and their growth plans.
3
Final selection
After a rigorous four-stages selection process, Hub71 will select a cohort of startups to join its vibrant ecosystem.
FAQs
FAQs
What is the Access Programme?
The Access Programme offers a vibrant ecosystem and an extensive network of corporate, government, and investment partners. It supports pre-seed to Series A start-ups looking to establish themselves in Abu Dhabi and expand globally.
Through our incentive packages, start-ups gain a direct route into the UAE capital’s marketplace, equipping founders with incentives and access to Hub71’s vibrant community, where you can connect with our network of corporate, government, and investment partners.
What do we offer?
Start-ups that sign up will receive AED 250,000 in in-kind incentives and AED 250,000 cash incentive for equity. Top-performing start-ups selected by Hub71 can receive up to an additional AED 250,000 cash incentive in exchange for further additional equity. Incentives include:
Office space
Health insurance
Housing
Workforce support
Licensing & visa support
Marketing, legal, and financial support
Back office support
Upskilling
Growth marketing
Who is the Access Programme for?
The Access Programme is best suited for pre-seed to Series A startups. 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.
The Access Programme offers a vibrant ecosystem and an extensive network of corporate, government, and investment partners. It supports pre-seed to Series A start-ups looking to establish themselves in Abu Dhabi and expand globally.
Through our incentive packages, start-ups gain a direct route into the UAE capital’s marketplace, equipping founders with incentives and access to Hub71’s vibrant community, where you can connect with our network of corporate, government, and investment partners.
Start-ups that sign up will receive AED 250,000 in in-kind incentives and AED 250,000 cash incentive for equity. Top-performing start-ups selected by Hub71 can receive up to an additional AED 250,000 cash incentive in exchange for further additional equity. Incentives include:
Office space
Health insurance
Housing
Workforce support
Licensing & visa support
Marketing, legal, and financial support
Back office support
Upskilling
Growth marketing
The Access Programme is best suited for pre-seed to Series A startups. 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.
Programme
timeline
Overview
A 12-month programme that provides a comprehensive support package for direct entry into Abu Dhabi’s marketplace, equipping founders with in-kind and cash incentives and access to our vibrant community of investors and partners.
Programme launch (4 weeks)
In this launch phase, startups set KPIs and identify key areas for growth, ensuring a strong foundation for their journey into the UAE’s marketplace.
Market entry preparation (4 weeks)
This phase focuses on preparing startups for entry into the MENA region by guiding them through the UAE's corporate environment and investor landscape, ensuring they are well-equipped for success.
Corporate partners introduction
Hub71 will facilitate introductions to key partners within our network, exploring potential collaboration opportunities for startups.
Growth acceleration (4 weeks)
The ‘Growth’ phase concentrates on key areas such as fundraising, market expansion, and scaling teams to drive startup success.
Fundraising showcase
A fundraising event where startups meet with VCs within the ecosystem, culminating in a public Demo Day to showcase their progress and opportunities.
Ongoing support through incentives
Throughout the programme, startups will receive ongoing support through access to vetted service providers, utilizing incentives to further enhance their growth and operations.
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Process of evaluation
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Application submission
Complete an application form with an overview of your startup, the problem you are addressing, the solution, your product, and business model.
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Pitch presentations
If your application is successful, you will be invited to the next stage, where you will be asked to deliver a series of pitch presentations to the Hub71 team and some of the tech ecosystem’s investment, corporate and government partners. Startups will be evaluated on their team, the market opportunity, and their growth plans.
03
Final selection
After a rigorous four-stages selection process, Hub71 will select a cohort of startups to join its vibrant ecosystem.
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Partnerships
Connect with corporate partners and a global network of strategic partners
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At Cypherleak, we are focused on developing cutting edge technologies and delivering unparalleled cyber risk insights to businesses and organizations around the globe. By being part of the Hub71 ecosystem, we have been able to gain access to a vast network of strategic investors whose support will help us achieve our ambitions.
Founder and CEO - Cypher Leak
Mohamed Amine Belarbi
Working with Hub71 helped us to gain a vital foothold in Abu Dhabi Global Market. As an upcoming asset trading exchange, our success relied heavily on our ability to build strong connections within Abu Dhabi’s thriving technology and financial sector – Hub71’s vast ecosystem of partners gave us access to the connections and mentorship we needed to flourish.
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